From Medicine to Marketing: The Evolution of Health Perceptions

This chapter explores the historical shifts in Western medicine, particularly the transition to chronic medication practices post-1950s. It analyzes the connections between the tobacco and processed food industries, revealing how marketing and product design manipulate consumer behavior and contribute to public health issues. The discussion highlights the changing perceptions around nutrition and the challenges faced by health-oriented products in a landscape dominated by addictive offerings.

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