Eating as a hunter-gatherer in Rotterdam-West: ‘I really can't stand that brown muck anymore’

Saskia Boer, a professional forager, spent September foraging exclusively in urban Rotterdam as part of The Wildbiome Project. This research investigates the feasibility and health impacts of a wild diet within a modern lifestyle. Participants must avoid cultivated plants and store-bought foods, relying instead on local wild plants, mushrooms, and wild game. Boer prepares for the challenge by freezing wild meat and gathering supplies throughout the year. The project aims to analyze the health effects of a wild diet, with participants submitting biological samples for study. The research faces funding challenges, requiring participants to contribute to costs.