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Michael Moss is an American investigative journalist and author. He won the Pulitzer Prize for Explanatory Reporting in 2010 for his work on food safety.
Known for: Salt Sugar Fat: How the Food Giants Hooked Us
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Salt Sugar Fat: How the Food Giants Hooked Us
Investigative journalist Michael Moss exposes how major food corporations have engineered processed foods to exploit our biological cravings for salt, sugar, and fat. Drawing on internal industry documents and interviews, the book reveals how these ingredients are used to maximize profits at the expense of public health, and how the food industry has shaped consumer habits and government policy.
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Historical Background: The Rise of Processed Food
The postwar boom in America brought more than prosperity; it introduced a complete transformation in how we viewed food. Factories that had churned out rations and preserved goods for soldiers turned their ambitions toward civilian life. The promise was irresistible: meals ready in minutes, products...
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Sugar: The Sweet Addiction
In my investigation, sugar emerged as the most seductive and treacherous of the trio. The industry’s internal memos revealed decades of research into what scientists called the 'bliss point' — the exact concentration at which sugar gives the maximum pleasure response without overwhelming the senses....
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About Michael Moss
Michael Moss is an American investigative journalist and author. He won the Pulitzer Prize for Explanatory Reporting in 2010 for his work on food safety. His writing focuses on the intersection of food, health, and corporate influence.
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Michael Moss is an American investigative journalist and author. He won the Pulitzer Prize for Explanatory Reporting in 2010 for his work on food safety.
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