Metabolical

The Lure and the Lies of Processed Food, Nutrition, and Modern Medicine

Robert H. Lustig

The book exposes the negative health impacts of processed foods and the ways in which the food and healthcare industries prioritize profit over public health. It advocates for a paradigm shift towards whole foods and preventive lifestyle changes to combat chronic diseases and improve overall well-being.

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Fat Chance

Beating the Odds Against Sugar, Processed Food, Obesity, and Disease

Robert H. Lustig

The book examines the role of sugar and processed foods in the global obesity epidemic and related diseases, arguing that these dietary components disrupt hormonal balance and lead to metabolic dysfunction. It also provides insights into how individuals can improve their health by making informed choices about diet and advocating for policy changes to reduce the prevalence of sugar and processed foods in the food supply.

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The Hacking of the American Mind

The Science Behind the Corporate Takeover of Our Bodies and Brains

Robert H. Lustig

The book explores the neuroscience behind addiction and how corporations exploit biological processes to foster consumer dependency on unhealthy products, particularly sugar and technology. It delves into the distinction between pleasure and happiness, illustrating how the pursuit of the former can sabotage the latter, leading to a cycle of consumption and addiction that harms individual well-being and society.

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