In Defense of Food
About This Book
This book examines how nutritionism emerged in Western society and traces the evolution of industrial food production. Michael Pollan, an authority on food ecology, explores how the food industry transformed eating from a focus on whole foods into an obsession with individual nutrients. This shift narrowed eating's purpose to maintaining physical wellness—an objective that ultimately failed.
Who Should Read This?
- People wanting to improve their eating habits and overall wellness
- Readers curious about how nutritionism affects physical wellbeing
- Individuals searching for healthier options beyond typical Western eating patterns
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