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Food Systems and Health: Advances in Medical Sociology 18

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The relationship between food and health is complex and multifaceted. The foods we eat can have a profound impact on our physical and mental well-being, and the way that food is produced, distributed, and consumed can have a significant impact on our health and the health of our planet.

Food Systems and Health (Advances in Medical Sociology 18)

Food Systems and Health (Advances in Medical Sociology Book 18)

by Robert Rubin

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This book explores the complex relationship between food systems and health, examining the social, economic, and environmental factors that shape our food choices and their impact on our well-being. The book brings together leading scholars from a variety of disciplines to provide a comprehensive overview of the latest research on food systems and health.

The book is divided into four sections:

The first section provides an overview of the food system and its impact on health.
The second section examines the social and economic factors that shape food choices.
The third section explores the environmental impact of food production and consumption.
The fourth section discusses the policy and programmatic implications of the research on food systems and health.

This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the relationship between food and health. It provides a comprehensive overview of the latest research on this topic, and it offers valuable insights into the policy and programmatic implications of this research.

The Food System and Health
The Social and Economic Factors that Shape Food Choices
The Environmental Impact of Food Production and Consumption
The Policy and Programmatic Implications of the Research on Food Systems and Health

Reviews

"This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the relationship between food and health. It provides a comprehensive overview of the latest research on this topic, and it offers valuable insights into the policy and programmatic implications of this research." - Marion Nestle, Professor of Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health, New York University

"This book is a major contribution to the field of medical sociology. It provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the research on food systems and health. The book is essential reading for anyone interested in this topic." - Sarah Bowen, Professor of Sociology, University of California, Berkeley