Food companies manipulate salt, sugar, and fat to make products irresistible from "summary" of Salt Sugar Fat by Michael Moss
The food industry is a master of manipulation, using a combination of salt, sugar, and fat to create products that are nearly irresistible to consumers. These three ingredients have been carefully chosen and calculated to hit the "bliss point" in our brains, triggering feelings of pleasure and satisfaction that keep us coming back for more. Salt, sugar, and fat are not only used to enhance the flavor of food, but also to mask any unpleasant tastes or textures that may be present. By carefully balancing these ingredients, food companies are able to create products that are addictively delicious, making it difficult for consumers to resist indulgin...
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