I proposed last week that we consider the currency of “time” as a medium for improving health. I’ve been pleased to extend my exploration of that concept and find many further examples of how this idea might play out in our food and activity behaviors. Obviously, Jamie Oliver’s winning the TEDPrize was a wonderful venue to discuss the subject.
Then, in GOOD’s Transparency series, a video on how food consumption patterns have changed with industrialization and potential consequences here:
Now, I’ve gone back to re-read “French Women for All Season” . While it certainly caters to an upper middle class sensibility, it emphasizes the same issues of good food and taking the time to savor moments. Thanks also to Frank Spencer, who let me offer a few ideas on Health Transformation in his series at KedgeForward.
WorldChanging also highlights how “Bright Green Cities” might battle childhood obesity and the important interplay of community and financial stability. (Hat tip to Jody Ranck via FB).
As the search continues, I want to learn about how to use design thinking to make these the default choices rather than a burden, regardless of income levels, gender, race or ethnicity.
I look forward to hearing your thoughts and reflections.
