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Mentioned in 18 episodes
In Defense of Food
An Eater's Manifesto
Book • 2008
In 'In Defense of Food', Michael Pollan argues that the Western diet, characterized by highly processed foods and a focus on individual nutrients, has led to increased rates of chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
He proposes a simple yet profound alternative: 'Eat food. Not too much.
Mostly plants.
' This approach emphasizes the importance of whole, unprocessed foods, moderate portions, and a diet rich in plant-based foods.
Pollan critiques the food industry and nutritional science for creating confusion about what constitutes healthy eating and advocates for a return to traditional, culturally informed ways of eating.
He proposes a simple yet profound alternative: 'Eat food. Not too much.
Mostly plants.
' This approach emphasizes the importance of whole, unprocessed foods, moderate portions, and a diet rich in plant-based foods.
Pollan critiques the food industry and nutritional science for creating confusion about what constitutes healthy eating and advocates for a return to traditional, culturally informed ways of eating.
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Mentioned in 18 episodes
Mentioned in the context of chewing food and the detrimental impacts of not chewing enough.
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Meditate | Scripture E2
Mentioned by Courtney Swan as the book that ignited her passion for understanding the food industry.
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Courtney Swan On The Scary Truth About America’s Food System, Toxic Ingredients Hiding In Your Pantry, & How To Protect Your Health
Mentioned by Kim Kessler when introducing the topic of the podcast episode, which analyzes the documentary based on Pollan's book.
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Big Idea Nonfiction - In Defense of Food
Mentioned by Dr. Guddi Singh as one of Michael Pollan 's best-selling books, exploring the sociocultural impacts of food.
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Michael Pollan: This Is Your Mind on Plants
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Robynne Chutkan when discussing the importance of focusing on real food and nutrition over calorie counting.
Robynne Chutkan when discussing the importance of focusing on real food and nutrition over calorie counting.
Food as Medicine Journey: 5 Small Steps to Get Started
Recommended by Dr. 
Mark Hyman , discussing his book's perspective on nutritionism and its impact on food choices.
Mark Hyman , discussing his book's perspective on nutritionism and its impact on food choices.
Why the Last Thing You Should Ever Eat is Ultra Processed Foods: It Kills 11 Million People a Year
