Part I

The Seductions

 

When you imagine your absolute favorite foods, which ones come to mind? Sugary treats? Chocolate? Savory cheese? A thick, juicy steak?

In this section, we’ll look at some surprising traits of the foods we love as we explore why we sometimes love them a little too much. We’ll then size up whether these love affairs are actually doing us any harm. And we’ll finish with a look at how food industries work tirelessly behind the scenes to maintain their place in your heart—or at least in your stomach.

Our goal for the moment is to understand our food habits. Then, in parts II and III, we’ll see how to break them.