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Fad Diets: A Historical Comedy

This chapter explores the absurd history of fad diets, from the ancient cabbage and urine diet to dangerous arsenic pills. Through humorous anecdotes and critiques, it highlights the irrationality of past dietary trends and their influence on modern perceptions of fat. The discussion also delves into the controversial introduction of Olestra as a fat substitute, revealing its unforeseen health issues and consumer backlash.

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