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CLASSIC: The Wide World of Food Conspiracies

Stuff They Don't Want You To Know

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The Dark Side of Cocoa: Labor and Environment

This chapter explores the troubling economic dynamics of cocoa production in Western Africa, highlighting the exploitative labor practices, including child labor, that plague the industry. It also addresses the ethical dilemmas surrounding palm oil as a substitute for trans fats, revealing its detrimental impact on orangutan habitats and broader environmental concerns.

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