9 minutes agoBy the end of the century, the world needs 80% more food
Periskopi(6 years ago)
(6 years ago)The amount of food needed to feed the world population by the end of the century could increase by nearly 80%, suggests a recent study. Researchers from Germany say there is an increase in BMI body mass index, and this is resulting from the fact that individuals are looking for more [...]
Researchers from Germany say there is an increase in BMI body mass index, resulting in the fact that individuals demand more calories.
The report's authors warn that not fulfilling the need for more calories could lead to greater global inequality. Their findings were published in the magazine Plos One. The study, conducted by a University of Gotttingen team, estimated that 60% of the increase in calories would be the result of increased numbers of people worldwide. According to the UN, the global population will range from almost seven billion people in 2010 to nearly 11 billion in 2100.
However, more than 18% of the increase in calories from levels ahead of a decade will result from a projected increase in global population height and weight figures. The study designers warn that the greatest demand for food will lead to an increase in its price, and more so, poor nations will suffer.
