Exploring pathways to link agrobiodiversity and human health
Reyes-García, Victoria (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Institut de Ciència i Tecnologia Ambientals)
Benyei, Petra (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Institut de Ciència i Tecnologia Ambientals)

Imprint:	Cambridge : The MIT Press, 2019
Abstract:	Growing evidence indicates that the overall reduction of biodiversity in agricultural systems is concomitant to dietary simplification and related health effects, yet our understanding of the complex relationship between agrobiodiversity and health is still poor. This chapter explores pathways that could mediate this relationship at the local level. It begins by revisiting the definition of agrobiodiversity to disentangle its social components. In addition, the concept of health is broadened from the physical perspective. Pathways are then explored to link agrobiodiversity with physical health (diet, nutrition, and beyond) and mental health, including considerations of how food culture and traditional agrobiodiversity management knowledge contribute to identity and self-esteem. Discussion follows on the social aspects related to the production and consumption of agrobiodiversity that promote health and well-being. In conclusion, the chapter contextualizes how issues addressed at the local level fit within a broader political context.
Grants:	Ministerio de Economía y Competitividad CSO2014-59704-P Ministerio de Economía y Competitividad BES-2015-072155 Ministerio de Economía y Competitividad MdM-2015-0552
Note:	Unidad de excelencia María de Maeztu MdM-2015-0552
Rights:	Tots els drets reservats.
Language:	Anglès
Document:	Capítol de llibre ; Versió acceptada per publicar
Published in:	Agrobiodiversity: Integrating Knowledge for a Sustainable Future, 2019, Chapter 11, ISBN 9780262348805

DOI: 10.7551/mitpress/11989.003.0016

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