#849 - Calley Means - Is Our Food Supply Making Us Sick?
Modern Wisdom
Food and Tobacco: A Troubling Transformation
Cigarette companies like RJ Reynolds and Philip Morris transitioned into the food industry in the 1990s, acquiring major brands through conglomerates like Nabisco and Kraft. This shift involved redirecting tobacco scientists to the food sector, fundamentally altering food production and marketing strategies. The dominance of a few large companies over numerous recognizable sub-brands has resulted in ultra-processed food that can be deemed detrimental, echoing concerns about the origins and intentions behind these products.
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