Environmental Footprint and Nutritional Intake of 1,000 Sichuan and Cantonese Cuisines

This database integrates information on Sichuan and Cantonese cuisines, focusing on the nutritional composition and environmental impact. The dataset includes Python scripts for processing and analyzing ingredient data, nutrition calculations, and environmental footprints. Key files cover tasks such as merging recipe data, calculating nutrition and environmental impact, and mapping unique ingredients to their respective environmental and nutritional factors. Additionally, the database contains XLSX files detailing ingredient portions and weights for the recipes, allowing for detailed assessments of cooking processes, greenhouse gas emissions, and sustainability metrics. This resource is valuable for studies and applications aimed at promoting sustainable eating practices based on regional culinary traditions.