Hooked by Michael Moss Summary
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"Hooked" exposes how food giants exploit our biological cravings, turning processed foods into addictive substances. Pulitzer Prize-winner Michael Moss reveals industry tactics eerily similar to Big Tobacco. During the pandemic, companies strategically capitalized on our stress - making us question: do we truly have free will over what we eat?
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The Manufactured Addiction on Your Plate
Ever reached for "just one more" potato chip only to find yourself staring at an empty bag? You're not alone-and it's not entirely your fault. Food companies have engineered their products to override your self-control mechanisms, creating foods that exploit your evolutionary biology with military precision. The science is clear: food addiction isn't just metaphorical-it's neurologically real, with brain scans showing identical activation patterns whether someone is consuming cocaine or Coca-Cola. This isn't accidental. Companies have spent billions perfecting formulations targeting our brain's reward centers. When Jazlyn Bradley sued McDonald's in 2002, claiming their products could be "physically or psychologically addictive," Judge Robert Sweet found this argument compelling, noting addiction "does not involve a danger that is so open and obvious" that customers would anticipate it. While her case ultimately failed, it sparked crucial conversations about whether food could truly be addictive. What makes processed food particularly insidious is that we don't need harsh compounds to become hooked-our brains produce their own chemicals like dopamine that drive compulsive eating. Our entire body-from nose to gut to fat cells-has evolved to make us crave more food, especially varieties that are sweet, calorie-dense, and convenient.
Your Brain on Processed Food
The Speed Factor: Faster Than a Drug Hit
The Memory Hook: Why You Can't Forget That Taste
The Perfect Evolutionary Storm
The Industry's Calculated Playbook
Breaking Free: Beyond Willpower
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"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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