Vancouver Island, located within British Columbia, Canada, currently imports 90% of their food. Because of this "It is said that there are only 3 days' worth of fresh food on the Island to feed its populace in th non-summer months." (
http://www.vancouverislanddiet.net). Due to the increased demand for local produce the islanders, with the help of the
Cowichan Food Charter, "
The Hundred Mile Diet" has been popularized. This diet consists of purchasing and consuming food within 100 miles Vancouver Island. This benefits local farmers by supporting fresh, local crops and benefits the islanders by providing healthy farm-fresh food creating "Food Security" for the residents of Vancouver Island.
For more information visit
http://www.vancouverislanddiet.com/Paul Zimeras
Gateway Therapy
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