David Kessler on Why Junk Food Is America’s Nicotine
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Dieting, Addiction, and Health: A Modern Dilemma
This chapter discusses the impact of modern diets on health, highlighting the connections between junk food addiction and physiological responses that mirror those of substance dependence. It explores recent advancements like GLP-1 medications that target food cravings, while also acknowledging that understanding weight management requires more than just pharmaceutical solutions. Additionally, it reflects on how the COVID-19 pandemic has altered eating habits, emphasizing the need to address psychological triggers behind overeating in the context of broader nutritional education.
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