How the global food industry engineers our modern appetites
In short: Journalist Rémi Burkel investigates the hidden forces behind processed foods. This documentary explores how agribusiness manipulates our cravings for sugar, fat, and salt, and examines the collision between corporate profit and public health.
The investigation, titled 'Hooked on Food', follows the journey through the global food system to uncover how industry players and scientists interact with the mechanics of addiction. By engaging with whistleblowers and industry insiders, the film reveals the methods used to shape daily eating habits across Europe and America, offering a perspective on how we might regain control over our nutrition.
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