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V is for Vitamin (encore)

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The Rise of Vitamins and Dietary Science

This chapter examines the historical evolution of food science, focusing on the breakdown of food into macronutrients and the pioneering identification of vitamins. It also addresses the impact of dietary marketing on American families in the early 20th century, highlighting the anxiety surrounding vitamin intake and its influence on consumer behavior.

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