"Ultra Processed People" by Chris van Tulleken
Abook that challenges conventional wisdom about diet and health.
As someone who has embarked on a significant health journey over the past eight years, I've experienced firsthand the frustration of navigating a food industry adept at marketing chemicals as food. This book boldly uncovers the true culprit behind the health epidemic: Ultra Processed Food (UPF).
Van Tulleken doesn't just expose UPFs; he delves into the science and economics behind them, linking their consumption to broader issues like climate change and deforestation. The book is a treasure trove of groundbreaking studies, including Kevin Hall's experiment, which reveals how additives in UPFs lead to overconsumption and, weight gain. This isn't just a diet book; it's a call to action for better regulation and transparency in the food industry.
What sets "Ultra Processed People" apart is its holistic approach. Van Tulleken's expertise as an infectious diseases doctor lends credibility to his urgent call for change. The book compels us to re-examine our food choices and their far-reaching implications, not just for our health but for the planet.
On a lighter note, if anyone has tips on getting a 6-year-old boy to eat his greens, Becca and I are all ears!
Andrew