How sensory science and hidden formulas engineer our cravings
In short: Explore the hidden laboratories of the American food industry, where scientists meticulously engineer the flavor, texture, and color of everything from strawberry yogurt to Oreo cookies to ensure maximum appeal.
This documentary, 'Hooked on Food', investigates the quiet science shaping global appetites. It reveals how chemical formulas and sugar are used to trick the brain, creating a cycle of craving. As food labels become increasingly complex, the film examines the tension between industrial sensory science and the efforts of nutritionists to help consumers decode what they are actually eating.
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