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Stuffed: An Insider's Look at Who's (Really) Making America Fat

Hank Cardello, Doug Garr
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Stuffed: An Insider's Look at Who's (Really) Making America Fat

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2009

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Hank Cardello, Doug Garr

Stuffed: An Insider's Look at Who's (Really) Making America Fat

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2009
Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 2000s

Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Stuffed: An Insider's Look at Who's (Really) Making America Fat, Hank Cardello and Doug Garr examine the food industry's role in America's obesity crisis. The authors explore how business motivations and marketing tactics contribute to unhealthy eating habits, highlighting the complexities behind individuals' dietary choices and urging systemic change for a healthier future.

Informative

Challenging

Unnerving

Reviews & Readership

3.0

258 ratings

29%

Loved it

42%

Mixed feelings

29%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Stuffed: An Insider's Look at Who's (Really) Making America Fat by Hank Cardello and Doug Garr provides an engaging exploration of the food industry's role in obesity. Positively, it offers insider insights and practical solutions. Critics note its corporate-centric focus and lack of emphasis on personal responsibility. Overall, it's compelling but may oversimplify complex issues.

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Who Should Read Stuffed: An Insider's Look at Who's (Really) Making America Fat?

Readers interested in Stuffed are typically those curious about the food industry and its influence on public health, similar to fans of Michael Pollan's The Omnivore's Dilemma or Eric Schlosser's Fast Food Nation. They seek insights on how corporate practices impact obesity and health policy.

3.0

258 ratings

29%

Loved it

42%

Mixed feelings

29%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 2000s

Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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