Encore: America’s Fight for Food Justice | Senator Cory Booker

Our current food system is a national emergency. It’s intricately
designed to confuse and mislead consumers, making healthy choices
difficult and contributing to America’s chronic disease epidemic.
In this episode, I sit down with Senator Cory Booker to delve into
the systemic issues impacting our diet, food labeling, and the
power of policy change.  In this episode, we discuss: How food
packaging is designed to confuse or mislead consumers The link
between the food system, chronic illness, and the unintended
consequences of food policies that increase disease and healthcare
costs. The harmful effects of ultra-processed foods The negative
impact of industrial farming practices on the environment, soil
health, and the nutritional quality of food The importance of
personal health advocacy and broader public health initiatives to
transform the food system, improve health outcomes, and reduce
healthcare costs Uncover the truth behind our food politics and
discover how informed choices can lead to a healthier future. This
conversation was hosted by Sixth and I in Washington, DC. View Show
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