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Diet Science Overview

Customers highly praise Michael Pollan's "In Defense of Food" for its comprehensive and thought-provoking approach to understanding modern dietary science, emphasizing the importance of whole foods and limiting processed ones. Some readers find it particularly valuable for managing weight loss and improving overall health. However, a few express concerns about the book's focus on plant-based diets and its potential limitations in addressing individual nutrient needs or specific health conditions.

Eating Motivation

Customers are highly motivated by Michael Pollan's "In Defense of Food" manifesto, which encourages readers to make informed choices about their food consumption for personal health and societal impact. Some reviewers express feeling eye-opened and inspired while others acknowledge the book's common sense approach to eating and its potential challenges in implementation.

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Food Manufacturing

Customers have mixed opinions on the aspect of food manufacturing in Michael Pollan's "In Defense of Food". While some found it an eye opening and informative read, shedding light on the history and industrialization of food, others acknowledged the convenience and accessibility of processed foods but expressed concerns about their impact on health and society.

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Quality


Take it from the ex-nutrition teacher, just eat foods that aren’t processed, shop in the outer aisles at the market, and take t...  Read More


The best way to understand the totality of the food system and its effect on us, and how to adapt to it i've seen.


He defends eating more simply, getting away from refined and processed foods as much as possible, to enjoy eating again–not jus...  Read More


Pollan dissects the modern western diet, challenging the efficacy of processed foods and the pitfalls of relying heavily on die...  Read More

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I ordered the right book at the right cost


Making food easier to get to market and therefore less expensive, but losing some of its health benefits.

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It is really difficult to find real food (ingredient less than 5 on the packaging), that don't contain sugar or ingredients i c...  Read More

Competitiveness


Pollan provides well researched and thought provoking guidance on making healthier food shopping choices and improving dining habits.


While the healthcare industry (eg big pharma or hospital administration) may certainly have profits from increased medical need...  Read More

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  • Our engine has determined that the review content quality is high and informative.
  • Our engine has discovered that over 90% high quality reviews are present.
  • This product had a total of 4,121 reviews as of our last analysis date on Nov 2 2024.

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    He defends eating more simply getting away from refined and processed foods as much as possible to enjoy eating again–not just gorging ourselves on the fast and easy cheap calories making the scientists and industrial food makers disgustingly rich


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    Isn’t a fix your life type of book or advice book but rather gives a presentation of information and allows you to make conclusions


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    A good reminder that even 34organic34 does not mean healthy


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    Pollan dissects the modern western diet challenging the efficacy of processed foods and the pitfalls of relying heavily on dietary supplements


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    Pollan does not push for radical diet changes but instead advocates for a more mindful and informed approach to eating


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    His writing is not just informative but also encouraging guiding readers to make better food choices without feeling overwhelmed


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    I think eveyone should be reading this instead of folloing all these popular diets that have not been studied


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    I am still reading the book however i am enjoying it so far

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