A starting list of diverse food species that can be grown in Panama:

Tomatoes Solanum lycopersicum
Lettuce Lactuca sativ
Spinach Spinacia oleracea
Carrots Daucus carota
Potatoes Solanum tuberosum
Peppers Capsicum spp
Eggplant Solanum melongena
Zucchini Cucurbita pepo
Beets Beta vulgaris
Sweet corn Zea mays
Apples Malus domestica
Pears Pyrus communis
Peaches Prunus persica
Plums Prunus domestica
Grapes Vitis vinifera
Strawberries Fragaria x ananassa
Oranges Citrus sinensis
Lemons Citrus limon
Avocados Persea americana
Blueberries Vaccinium corymbosum
Beans Phaseolus vulgaris
Chickpeas Cicer arietinum
Lentils Lens culinaris
Peas Pisum sativum
Soybeans Glycine max
Oregano Origanum vulgare
Basil Ocimum basilicum
Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis
Thyme Thymus vulgaris
Mint Mentha spp
Sunflower seeds Helianthus annuus
Pumpkin seeds Cucurbita pepo
Almonds Prunus dulcis
Walnuts Juglans regia
Chia seeds Salvia hispanica
Wheat Triticum aestivum
Corn Zea mays
Quinoa Chenopodium quinoa
Barley Hordeum vulgare
Rice Oryza sativa
Sweet potatoes Ipomoea batatas
Yams Dioscorea spp
Jerusalem artichokes Helianthus tuberosus
Radishes Raphanus sativus
Turnips Brassica rapa
Kale Brassica oleracea var sabellica
Swiss chard Beta vulgaris subsp vulgaris
Arugula Eruca vesicaria
Collard greens Brassica oleracea var viridis
Mustard greens Brassica juncea
Passionfruit Passiflora edulis
Dragon fruit Hylocereus spp
Guava Psidium guajava
Papaya Carica papaya
Mango Mangifera indica
Okra Abelmoschus esculentus
Taro Colocasia esculenta
Bitter melon Momordica charantia
Malabar spinach Basella alba
Lemongrass Cymbopogon citratus
Turmeric Curcuma longa
Galangal Alpinia galanga
Cardamom Elettaria cardamomum
Winged bean Psophocarpus tetragonolobus
Jack bean Canavalia ensiformis
Velvet bean Mucuna pruriens
Brazil nut Bertholletia excelsa
Macadamia Macadamia integrifolia
Yacon Smallanthus sonchifolius
Cassava Manihot esculenta
Fig Ficus carica
Pomegranate Punica granatum
Kiwi Actinidia deliciosa
Persimmon Diospyros kaki
Lychee Litchi chinensis
Starfruit Averrhoa carambola
Rambutan Nephelium lappaceum
Cacao Theobroma cacao
Coconut Cocos nucifera
Date Phoenix dactylifera
Blackberry Rubus fruticosus
Raspberry Rubus idaeus
Mulberry Morus spp
Goji berry Lycium barbarum
Elderberry Sambucus spp
Chickweed Stellaria media
Purslane Portulaca oleracea
Watercress Nasturtium officinale
Sorrel Rumex acetosa
Dandelion Taraxacum officinale
Fennel Foeniculum vulgare
Asparagus Asparagus officinalis
Artichoke Cynara scolymus
Brussels sprouts Brassica oleracea var gemmifera
Cauliflower Brassica oleracea var botrytis
Broccoli Brassica oleracea var italica
Cabbage Brassica oleracea var capitata
Pineapple Ananas comosus
Tamarillo Solanum betaceum
Pepino melon Solanum muricatum
Cherimoya Annona cherimola
Jabuticaba Plinia cauliflora
Camu camu Myrciaria dubia
Lucuma Pouteria lucuma
Mangosteen Garcinia mangostana
Langsat Lansium parasiticum
Breadfruit Artocarpus altilis
Atemoya Annona atemoya
Rambai Baccaurea motleyana
Santol Sandoricum koetjape
Mizuna Brassica rapa var japonica
Tatsoi Brassica rapa var narinosa
Salsify Tragopogon porrifolius
Crosne Stachys affinis
Kai-lan Brassica oleracea var alboglabra
Malanga Xanthosoma sagittifolium
Oca Oxalis tuberosa
Yardlong bean Vigna unguiculata subsp sesquipedalis
Water spinach Ipomoea aquatica
Winged yam Dioscorea alata
Szechuan pepper Zanthoxylum piperitum
Curry leaf Murraya koenigii
Kaffir lime Citrus hystrix
Epazote Dysphania ambrosioides
Perilla Perilla frutescens
Lovage Levisticum officinale
Wintergreen Gaultheria procumbens
Wood sorrel Oxalis spp
Maral root Rhaponticum carthamoides
Sorrel Rumex scutatus
Sapodilla Manilkara zapota
Loquat Eriobotrya japonica
Jujube Ziziphus jujuba
Soursop Annona muricata
Rollinia Rollinia deliciosa
Sugar apple Annona squamosa
Acerola Malpighia emarginata
Mamey sapote Pouteria sapota
Canistel Pouteria campechiana
Abiu Pouteria caimito
Longan Dimocarpus longan
Buddha’s hand Citrus medica var sarcodactylis
Finger lime Citrus australasica
Tamarind Tamarindus indica
Kumquat Citrus japonica
Calamondin Citrus x microcarpa
Pitaya Stenocereus spp
Pitanga Eugenia uniflora
Feijoa Acca sellowiana
Ambarella Spondias dulcis
Ackee Blighia sapida
Black sapote Diospyros digyna
Horned melon Cucumis metuliferus
Ice cream bean Inga edulis

A compilation of some starting species that can be started in Argentina

Fruits:
Cherimoya Annona cherimola A tropical fruit known for its creamy texture and sweet flavor
Jabuticaba Plinia cauliflora A unique fruit that grows directly on the trunk of the tree
Camu Camu Myrciaria dubia Known for its high vitamin C content this fruit grows well in tropical climates
Lucuma Pouteria lucuma A fruit with a unique flavor often used in desserts and smoothies
Mangosteen Garcinia mangostana A tropical fruit with a sweet and tangy flavor
Langsat Lansium parasiticum A tropical fruit that grows in clusters and has a sweet and sour taste
Breadfruit Artocarpus altilis A starchy fruit that can be used similarly to potatoes
Atemoya Annona atemoya A hybrid fruit between cherimoya and sugar apple
Rambai Baccaurea motleyana A fruit similar to langsat with a sweet and sour flavor
Santol Sandoricum koetjape A tropical fruit with a sweet and tangy flavor

Vegetables and Greens:
Mizuna Brassica rapa var japonica A Japanese leafy green with a mild peppery flavor
Tatsoi Brassica rapa var narinosa An Asian green with spoon-shaped leaves and a mild taste
Salsify Tragopogon porrifolius A root vegetable with an oyster-like flavor
Crosne Stachys affinis Also known as Chinese artichoke this tuber has a crisp texture
Kai-lan Brassica oleracea var alboglabra Also known as Chinese broccoli it is used in many Asian dishes
Malanga Xanthosoma sagittifolium A root vegetable similar to taro
Oca Oxalis tuberosa A tuber that comes in various colors and has a tangy flavor
Yardlong Bean Vigna unguiculata subsp sesquipedalis A bean that grows up to a meter long
Water Spinach Ipomoea aquatica Also known as kangkong it is a popular leafy green in Southeast Asia
Winged Yam Dioscorea alata A type of yam with purple flesh

Herbs and Spices:
Szechuan Pepper Zanthoxylum piperitum Known for its numbing and tingling sensation
Curry Leaf Murraya koenigii An essential herb in Indian cuisine
Kaffir Lime Citrus hystrix The leaves and fruit are used for their unique citrus flavor
Epazote Dysphania ambrosioides A Mexican herb used to flavor beans and other dishes
Perilla Perilla frutescens A herb used in Korean and Japanese cuisine
Lovage Levisticum officinale A herb with a flavor similar to celery
Wintergreen Gaultheria procumbens Known for its minty flavor often used in teas
Wood Sorrel Oxalis spp A tangy herb used in salads and as a garnish
Maral Root Rhaponticum carthamoides Known for its medicinal properties and used in teas
Sorrel Rumex scutatus A herb with a sharp lemony flavor

contuinued, that can be grown in Argentina:

Tomatoes Solanum lycopersicum
Lettuce Lactuca sativa
Spinach Spinacia oleracea
Carrots Daucus carota
Potatoes Solanum tuberosum
Peppers Capsicum spp
Eggplant Solanum melongena
Zucchini Cucurbita pepo
Beets Beta vulgaris
Sweet corn Zea mays
Apples Malus domestica
Pears Pyrus communis
Peaches Prunus persica
Plums Prunus domestica
Grapes Vitis vinifera
Strawberries Fragaria x ananassa
Oranges Citrus sinensis
Lemons Citrus limon
Avocados Persea americana
Blueberries Vaccinium corymbosum
Beans Phaseolus vulgaris
Chickpeas Cicer arietinum
Lentils Lens culinaris
Peas Pisum sativum
Soybeans Glycine max
Oregano Origanum vulgare
Basil Ocimum basilicum
Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis
Thyme Thymus vulgaris
Mint Mentha spp
Sunflower seeds Helianthus annuus
Pumpkin seeds Cucurbita pepo
Almonds Prunus dulcis
Walnuts Juglans regia
Chia seeds Salvia hispanica
Wheat Triticum aestivum
Corn Zea mays
Quinoa Chenopodium quinoa
Barley Hordeum vulgare
Rice Oryza sativa
Sweet potatoes Ipomoea batatas
Yams Dioscorea spp
Jerusalem artichokes Helianthus tuberosus
Radishes Raphanus sativus
Turnips Brassica rapa
Kale Brassica oleracea var sabellica
Swiss chard Beta vulgaris subsp vulgaris
Arugula Eruca vesicaria
Collard greens Brassica oleracea var viridis
Mustard greens Brassica juncea
Passionfruit Passiflora edulis
Dragon Fruit Hylocereus spp
Guava Psidium guajava
Papaya Carica papaya
Mango Mangifera indica
Okra Abelmoschus esculentus
Taro Colocasia esculenta
Bitter Melon Momordica charantia
Malabar Spinach Basella alba
Lemongrass Cymbopogon citratus
Turmeric Curcuma longa
Galangal Alpinia galanga
Cardamom Elettaria cardamomum
Winged Bean Psophocarpus tetragonolobus
Jack Bean Canavalia ensiformis
Velvet Bean Mucuna pruriens
Brazil Nut Bertholletia excelsa
Macadamia Macadamia integrifolia
Yacon Smallanthus sonchifolius
Cassava Manihot esculenta

ENGLISH

I have been beating the drum now for about 6 years on the importance of the solve-all ‘Nutritional Diversity Diet‘ including climate change conversation, food crisis, health crisis, economic disaster, universal sustainability, freedom, and quality of life/ athletic performance enhancement that came to me on an unbelievable fight with a plague that consumes so many people today.

If a culture demands a Nutritional Diversity Diet consisting of a minimum of 60 different species consumed in a week, with a focus on living plant food directly from the plant and designed by strategic produce, most of which is exotic and must be cultivated for performance purpose, several significant changes and adaptations would be necessary and would be caused:

Farmers would need to adopt polyculture a.k.a permaculture farming methods, growing a wide variety of plants simultaneously. Specialized knowledge and techniques would be required to cultivate exotic species, including understanding their specific growing conditions, pest management, and harvesting methods. Implementation of permaculture principles would become more widespread to sustainably manage the land and support the growth of diverse crops. Permaculture farming, which enhances natural life, would replace monoculture farming, which is damaging to nature. This shift would support healthier ecosystems, provide habitats for various insects, birds, and other wildlife, and improve soil health due to diverse planting and reduced monoculture practices, enhancing nutrient cycling and reducing erosion.

Establishment of seed banks and plant nurseries focusing on diverse and exotic species would be necessary. International collaboration and exchange programs would facilitate the import of exotic plant species and their integration into local agriculture. Use of greenhouses, hydroponics, and aquaponics would be necessary to cultivate species that require specific climates or conditions not naturally present in the region. Investments in technology for climate control, soil management, and irrigation systems would support the growth of a wide range of species.

Chefs and home cooks would need to experiment with new recipes and cooking techniques to incorporate a wide variety of plant species into their diets. Culinary education would expand to include training on how to prepare and utilize exotic and diverse plant foods. Traditional dishes might be adapted to include a broader range of ingredients. New cultural festivals and events could emerge, celebrating the diversity of food and the unique benefits of different plants. “Farm to table,” is already an underground cultural phrase for the health enthusiast. Small cultivations, even five-gallon bucket stacks on balconies would be employed with the education regarding chlorophyll, and the living electric plant essences that wild animals in excellent health dental and physical without medical care institutions thrive on. We are working on digital education and dedicated community building now for this interest.

Increased demand for a wide variety of plant foods would lead to the expansion of markets and distribution networks. Farmers’ markets, specialty grocery stores, and online platforms would proliferate, offering a diverse range of fresh produce. New jobs in agriculture, horticulture, culinary arts, and food distribution would be created. Educational programs and workshops focusing on sustainable farming, plant cultivation, and nutritional diversity would provide training and skill development.

Greater agricultural biodiversity would support healthier ecosystems, providing habitats for various insects, birds, and other wildlife. Soil health would improve due to diverse planting and reduced monoculture practices, enhancing nutrient cycling and reducing erosion. Adoption of permaculture and organic farming techniques would reduce the need for chemical fertilizers and pesticides, leading to a decrease in environmental pollution. Emphasis on local cultivation of diverse species would reduce the carbon footprint associated with transporting exotic produce over long distances.

Increased consumption of a wide variety of plant species would provide a broader range of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other phytonutrients, contributing to overall health and well-being. The diet’s focus on living plant food directly from the plant would ensure maximum freshness and nutrient density. Potential reduction in lifestyle-related diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and heart disease due to a more balanced and nutrient-rich diet. Increased awareness and education about the benefits of plant-based diets could lead to healthier eating habits across the population.

Some individuals and communities might resist changes to traditional dietary practices and preferences. Efforts would be needed to educate and encourage people to embrace the benefits of a nutritional diversity diet. Significant investments in infrastructure, research, and education would be required to support the transition to a diverse and exotic plant-based diet. Ensuring equitable access to diverse plant foods for all segments of the population would be crucial to avoid disparities in health benefits.

In conclusion, demanding a nutritional diversity diet with a focus on consuming a wide variety of living plant foods directly from the plant would lead to profound changes in agricultural practices, culinary arts, market dynamics, environmental sustainability, and public health. While the transition would pose challenges, the potential benefits to individual health and ecosystem health could be substantial.

SPANISH

He estado tocando el tambor durante aproximadamente 6 años sobre la importancia de la ‘Dieta de Diversidad Nutricional’ que lo resuelve todo, incluida la conversación sobre el cambio climático, la crisis alimentaria, la crisis de salud, el desastre económico, la sostenibilidad universal, la libertad y la calidad de vida/rendimiento deportivo. mejora que me llegó en una lucha increíble contra una plaga que consume a tanta gente hoy en día.

Si una cultura exige una dieta de diversidad nutricional que consista en un mínimo de 60 especies diferentes consumidas en una semana, centrándose en alimentos vegetales vivos directamente de la planta y diseñada con productos estratégicos, la mayoría de los cuales son exóticos y deben cultivarse con fines de rendimiento. , serían necesarios varios cambios y adaptaciones importantes que provocarían:

Los agricultores necesitarían adoptar métodos de policultivo, también conocidos como permacultura, cultivando una amplia variedad de plantas simultáneamente. Se necesitarían conocimientos y técnicas especializados para cultivar especies exóticas, incluida la comprensión de sus condiciones de crecimiento específicas, manejo de plagas y métodos de recolección. La implementación de principios de permacultura se generalizaría para gestionar de manera sostenible la tierra y apoyar el crecimiento de diversos cultivos. La agricultura de permacultura, que mejora la vida natural, reemplazaría a la agricultura de monocultivo, que es perjudicial para la naturaleza. Este cambio apoyaría ecosistemas más saludables, proporcionaría hábitats para diversos insectos, aves y otros animales salvajes, y mejoraría la salud del suelo gracias a la diversidad de plantaciones y la reducción de prácticas de monocultivo, mejorando el ciclo de nutrientes y reduciendo la erosión.

Sería necesario el establecimiento de bancos de semillas y viveros de plantas centrados en especies diversas y exóticas. Los programas internacionales de colaboración e intercambio facilitarían la importación de especies de plantas exóticas y su integración en la agricultura local. El uso de invernaderos, hidroponía y acuaponía sería necesario para cultivar especies que requieren climas o condiciones específicas que no están presentes naturalmente en la región. Las inversiones en tecnología para el control del clima, la gestión del suelo y los sistemas de riego apoyarían el crecimiento de una amplia gama de especies.

Los chefs y cocineros caseros necesitarían experimentar con nuevas recetas y técnicas de cocina para incorporar una amplia variedad de especies de plantas a sus dietas. La educación culinaria se ampliaría para incluir capacitación sobre cómo preparar y utilizar alimentos vegetales exóticos y diversos. Los platos tradicionales podrían adaptarse para incluir una gama más amplia de ingredientes. Podrían surgir nuevos festivales y eventos culturales que celebren la diversidad de alimentos y los beneficios únicos de las diferentes plantas. “De la granja a la mesa” ya es una frase cultural clandestina para los entusiastas de la salud. Se emplearían pequeños cultivos, incluso cubos de cinco galones apilados en los balcones, con la educación sobre la clorofila y las esencias vivas de plantas eléctricas de las que prosperan los animales salvajes con excelente salud dental y física sin instituciones de atención médica. Estamos trabajando en educación digital y construcción de comunidades dedicadas ahora a este interés.

Una mayor demanda de una amplia variedad de alimentos vegetales conduciría a la expansión de los mercados y las redes de distribución. Proliferarían los mercados de agricultores, las tiendas de comestibles especializadas y las plataformas en línea, que ofrecerían una amplia gama de productos frescos. Se crearían nuevos empleos en agricultura, horticultura, artes culinarias y distribución de alimentos. Los programas educativos y talleres centrados en la agricultura sostenible, el cultivo de plantas y la diversidad nutricional proporcionarían capacitación y desarrollo de habilidades.

Una mayor biodiversidad agrícola apoyaría ecosistemas más saludables, proporcionando hábitats para diversos insectos, aves y otros animales salvajes. La salud del suelo mejoraría gracias a la plantación diversa y a la reducción de las prácticas de monocultivo, lo que mejoraría el ciclo de nutrientes y reduciría la erosión. La adopción de técnicas de permacultura y agricultura orgánica reduciría la necesidad de fertilizantes y pesticidas químicos, lo que conduciría a una disminución de la contaminación ambiental. El énfasis en el cultivo local de diversas especies reduciría la huella de carbono asociada con el transporte de productos exóticos a largas distancias.

Un mayor consumo de una amplia variedad de especies de plantas proporcionaría una gama más amplia de vitaminas, minerales, antioxidantes y otros fitonutrientes, contribuyendo a la salud y el bienestar general. El enfoque de la dieta en alimentos vegetales vivos directamente de la planta garantizaría la máxima frescura y densidad de nutrientes. Posible reducción de enfermedades relacionadas con el estilo de vida, como obesidad, diabetes y enfermedades cardíacas, debido a una dieta más equilibrada y rica en nutrientes. Una mayor concienciación y educación sobre los beneficios de las dietas basadas en plantas podría conducir a hábitos alimentarios más saludables en toda la población.

Algunas personas y comunidades podrían resistirse a los cambios en las prácticas y preferencias dietéticas tradicionales. Serían necesarios esfuerzos para educar y alentar a las personas a aprovechar los beneficios de una dieta de diversidad nutricional. Importantes inversiones en infraestructura, investigación y educación.

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 Jun 10, 2024