“By far the biggest portion of a bushel of American commodity corn (about 60% of it, or some 50k kernels) goes to feeding livestock, and much of that goes to feeding America's 100 million beef cattle”
Quote by Michael Pollan
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The Omnivore's Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals
Michael Pollan investigates the complex relationships between food, culture, and the environment through an in-depth analysis of the ingredients and processes involved in four distinct meals. The book delves into the history, science, and ethics of food production, offering a critical examination of the modern food system and its impact on health, sustainability, and society. more
Author
Michael Pollan
Michael Pollan is an American author renowned for his insightful views on food, agriculture, and culture. His work explores the impact of the modern food industry on health, the environment, and society, as well as the necessity of sustainable food systems. more
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Source: The Omnivore's Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals
Source: The Omnivore's Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals
Source: The Omnivore's Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals
Source: The Omnivore's Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals
Source: The Omnivore's Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals
Source: The Omnivore's Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals
“If you have food in your jaws you have solved all questions for the time being.”
Source: Investigations of a Dog
“معدة الفقير في حاجة إلى طعام .. وطعام الغني في حاجة إلى معدة”
Source: قالوا
“To steel yourself against mangoes showed a degree of iciness that was almost inhuman.”
Source: How to Cook a Wolf