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Salt Sugar And Fat In The American Diet By Michael Moss Summary

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After watching this video where Michael Moss speaks about Salt, Sugar, and Fat in the American diet, my views about the food industry have changed. I never realized that the government was supporting the dairy industry. It amazed me to learn that the reason Americans are so attached to their dairy products is due to the strong relationship of the government and the dairy industry.
Personally, I really enjoy dairy products. I have also been told by my doctor that it is very important to incorporate calcium into my diet, especially at my age. I feel as though dairy has become intertwined with our society. It is known to be part of a balanced meal, and is present in the well-known food pyramid. Dairy is associated with calcium, a mineral that

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