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50: Hooked on Salt, Sugar, and Fat

Time and Attention

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The Manipulative Tactics of Processed Food Companies

The chapter explores how processed food companies exploit societal shifts to encourage overeating through mindless snacking, focusing on variety and calorie density. It delves into the deceptive practices in product engineering to maximize profit and create addictive products, shedding light on challenges consumers face in navigating a food environment designed to promote excess consumption. The discussion also emphasizes the importance of awareness, education, and self-empowerment in making healthier food choices.

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