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You are what you eat eats too from "summary" of In Defence of Food by Michael Pollan
This concept challenges the simplistic idea that we are only what we eat. It suggests that our food choices have a ripple effect that goes beyond our own bodies. When we eat animals that have been fed a diet of grains instead of their natural diet, we are indirectly consuming those grains as well. The nutrients and compounds in the food that animals eat can be passed on to us when we consume their meat or dairy products. This concept highlights the interconnectedness of the food system and the importance of understanding where our food comes from. It encourages us to consider not just the nutritional value of the food we eat, but also the quality of the food that our food eats. By choosing to eat foods that come from animals raised on their natural diets, we can ensure that we are consuming food that is more in line with what our bodies are designed to process. This idea challenges us to think more holistically about our food choices and to consider the broader implications of our dietary decisions. It emphasizes the importance of supporting sustainable and ethical food practices that prioritize the health of both people and the planet. By being more mindful of the food that we eat and what that food eats, we can make choices that benefit not only ourselves but also the larger food system as a whole.
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