Fast Food Genocide is a wake up call for those who survive on fast food which covers not only food chains but any food that is factory made and commercially baked and is not only devoid of nutrients but contains added toxins, artificial colors, flavors, preservatives and emulsifiers.
If you're trying to make changes in your diet, I highly recommend the book which gives a sobering history of how we developed such an unhealthy diet for most Americans.
He also warns about a diet high in animal products (especially from fast food chains which are breaded and fried with added chemicals and flavorings).
But fast food isn't the only problem, we also have medical establishments that offer quick-fix surgery or a lifetime supply of pills instead of suggesting a simple dietary regimen that can reverse and prevent illness. Some changes, however, are being made in the medical industry with the American College of Lifestyle Medicine equipping doctors with the knowledge to provide dietary changes as a recommendation to their patients.
Diet has been shown to play a part in the areas marked as Food Deserts. Crime is higher in areas where nutritious food is not readily available. Studies in prisons in the Netherlands and Britain have shown the rise and fall in antisocial behavior as a direct correlation with nutrition (added supplements showed a significant difference). A school for troubled American youth showed a positive change in behavior when the candy and soda vending machines were removed!
But we can make a positive change in the health of ourselves and our family by eating more colorful fruits and vegetables, beans, nuts, and seeds. They protect us against disease and increase life span. (There are good recipes and suggested menus for healthier eating habits.)
Best super foods: Greens, beans, onions, mushrooms, berries and seeds.
We have the daily ability to positively affect our lives and overall health.
Make each calorie count.
