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Katherine Battle Horgen Books

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Katherine Battle Horgen is a psychologist and researcher specializing in eating behavior and public health.

Known for: Food Fight: The Inside Story of the Food Industry, America's Obesity Crisis, and What We Can Do About It

Books by Katherine Battle Horgen

Food Fight: The Inside Story of the Food Industry, America's Obesity Crisis, and What We Can Do About It

Food Fight: The Inside Story of the Food Industry, America's Obesity Crisis, and What We Can Do About It

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Food Fight explores how the modern food industry contributes to the obesity epidemic in the United States. The authors, both experts in nutrition and public health, analyze the marketing, production, and policy forces that shape eating habits and propose strategies for individuals and governments to promote healthier choices.

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The Changing Food Environment

Over the past few decades, America’s food environment has undergone a seismic shift. Once characterized by moderate portions and home-cooked meals, it is now dominated by fast food, convenience items, and calorie-dense snacks available almost anywhere and anytime. Larger portion sizes, aggressive pr...

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Marketing, Psychology, and Manipulated Choice

One of the most potent forces driving unhealthy consumption is marketing—especially when aimed at children. Food companies spend billions annually to ensure that their brands are omnipresent, from television screens and sports arenas to online platforms and educational spaces. The psychology behind ...

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Katherine Battle Horgen is a psychologist and researcher specializing in eating behavior and public health.

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