The great nutrient collapse

9/17/2017

This article discusses a study that suggests rising levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere are reducing the nutrient content of certain food crops. The study found that increased CO2 levels lead to a decline in key nutrients such as iron, zinc, and protein in staple crops like wheat, rice, and soybeans. The article explains that this phenomenon occurs because plants use carbon dioxide to fuel their growth, diverting resources away from nutrient production. The implications of this decline in nutrient content are significant, as it can negatively impact global food security and human health, particularly in regions that heavily rely on these crops for sustenance.

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