Km 0 foods, why consume them?
We start a new year and at Beloleum we are clear about one of our main purposes: caring for the environment. Although the truth is that we have always tried to contribute our grain of sand to the planet, because, in case you did not know it yet, We are part of the percentage of small local olive oil producers of our country.
Our liquid gold is what we know as a km 0 product. You may be thinking right now… What is that zero kilometer products? Don’t panic! We have prepared this post to explain what exactly are also known as proximity foods. Join us!
What is a Km 0 food?
we call products of kilometer 0 to those foods that They are produced and collected practically in the same place where they are later sold and consumed. They are also called proximity foods, precisely because of the short distance they travel.
These types of products are characterized by:
- be local products. This implies that it may be produced and consumed in a distance never greater than 100 km.
- be seasonal products. We mean that this type of food is at the right time for consumption given its biological cycle.
- be organic products. Its production and transport process must advocate for respect for the environment. It is not feasible to use chemicals or toxics for their preparation.
Do we tell you something curious? This concept was born thanks to the Slow Food Movement, an environmental trend that seeks to protect biodiversity and defends sustainable purchases and fair trade, that is, the ethical commitment of consumers to local producers.
What advantages do KM 0 products have?
We could write an endless list with the advantages of KM 0 products, but let’s summarize the most important ones:
- Minimize environmental impact for the emission of greenhouse gases that involves the transport of food.
- They reduce contamination, and the carbon footprint, mitigating climate change.
- Promote a healthier and more balanced diet since these foods retain their nutritional values in their entirety.
- favor activities such as agriculture and livestock, contributing to the development of the local economy.
- benefit local gastronomy and fair trade, reducing the number of intermediaries between the producer and the consumer.
Why consume foods of kilometer 0?
If you are still wondering if it is worth betting on food consumption of Km 0, the answer is very clear. Indeed! We can give you many compelling reasons:
- to save gas, reduce your CO₂ emissions and impact on the environment.
- To avoid many trips to the mall, and waste of time and money.
- To defend native gastronomy of your land
- to enjoy even more enjoyment of the pleasure of eating, consuming more fresh produce and less fast food.
How to find a zero kilometer product in the supermarket?
The best option to get a proximity product is to buy it directly from the Local markets and warehouses. But of course, we understand that sometimes there is no other way to go to the supermarket.
To distinguish products from KM 0, it is important that you pay attention to the labeling of their containers And read all the information that appears about its origin. The closer the production place is to where you are going to buy it, the better than the better!
Examples of proximity products or km 0
You’ve already understood what are the kilometer zero products, right? Or do you need a more concrete example?
Well, as we mentioned at the beginning of this article, We can’t think of a better example than our liquid gold. Because at Beloleum we manufacture our Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil In our family mill, located in the Belchite countryside, which has been going on since 1879. We are a good sample of local producers, don’t you think?
You will find our EVOO in many Gourmet stores in Zaragoza and from Aragon, although you can also place your order online directly. If after reading this post you want to discover natural foods that surprise you, You have to try it!
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