“As a culture, we've become upset by the tobacco companies advertising to children, but we sit idly by while the food companies do the very same thing. And we could make a claim that the toll taken on the public health by a poor diet rivals that taken by tobacco.”
Quote by Michael Moss
Work
Salt, Sugar, Fat: How the Food Giants Hooked Us
This book delves into the science and marketing tactics behind the creation of highly palatable processed foods. It examines how the food industry has manipulated the human taste for salt, sugar, and fat to drive consumption and addiction, and discusses the impact of these practices on public health. more
Author
Michael Moss
Michael Moss is an American investigative journalist recognized for his reporting on food and agriculture. Born on December 16, 1955, Moss has made significant contributions to the understanding of the food industry, particularly through his book 'Salt, Sugar, Fat: How the Food Giants Hooked Us', which examines the methods employed by food companies to make their products irresistible. more