Better Quote by John Mackey
“To me, you make a tradeoff. It might be a little bit more expensive. But you're getting a better tasting, higher quality food that's going to be better for your health and better for the environment.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Business Ethics Conference, 2014
Advocates paying more for higher‑quality, healthier, and environmentally friendly food.
In simple terms: Higher cost yields better health and eco benefits.
Invest in quality for health and planet.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- grocery shopping
- restaurant sourcing
- policy advocacy
- personal diet planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What trade‑offs are acceptable for health?
- How can sustainable food be made affordable?
May limit accessibility for low‑income groups.