Last night as I watched Food, Inc., multi-tasking as usual, I was also on my Facebook page. I laughed as I scrolled down and saw at least 4 other friends who were watching Food, Inc. Several others began to watch it on Netflix and I saw conversations taking place.
I have watched several other movies about the negative side of food. I have read many things by Mr. Pollan. But I had not yet watched Food, Inc. so was very glad to finally see it.
Well, sort of. I was also sort of grossed out anew.
I think as a society we have come to realize that our actions do affect the world in which we live. Whether we do or do not subscribe to man caused or man resolved “global warming” or “climate change”, we all must recognize the basic premise of cause and effect. We pollute resources such as food and water. We waste resources such as paper, food and water. We like to think we live in a bubble and that we can’t make a difference. Or that we can’t afford to do anything different. Believe me, I have been there and I still find myself feeling that way about some things.
Many say “Well, I’ve been buying organic for awhile” – but it is way beyond that. “Organic” can be good. But it can also be a racket. And it can give you confidence in the healthfulness of your food that you should not have. A false sense of security.
I have a long list of ideas and recommendations I’d like to share with you over time. It is going to take alot of people making small, and some large, changes, in order to get back on the right track.
I started a series on this quite awhile ago and never finished it so never posted it. I am hoping that finally watching Food Inc. last night, and knowing that so many of you did too, will motivate me to get it done.
It’s all about baby steps.
If you have not yet watched Food, Inc. , that would be a good place to start.
Other recommendations to give you more information (DISCLAIMER: When I recommend a book, article or movie, I am not saying I agree with everything in it. I am saying I think you can glean something from it. As I always say, “Be like a whale”. Take it all in and spit out what does not benefit you. Always remember: Pretty much everybody has an agenda. Be discerning.)
Nourishing Traditions: The Cookbook that Challenges Politically Correct Nutrition and the Diet Dictocrats by Sally Fallon (worth buying, best price I have found is at azurestandard.com)
The Omnivore’s Dilemma: The Natural History of Four Meals by Michael Pollan
In Defense of Food; An Eater’s Manifesto by Michael Pollan
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4 comments:
I was also "grossed out" anew by "Food Inc." but I agree with you that everyone should see it. Along with "Supersize Me" and "The Future of Food" (which goes along quite nicely with "Food Inc.").
I am thrilled to say that I FINALLY found a food co-op only 30 min. away that actually sells RAW Whole Milk, how is that possible, I'm not even sure!
It was on your recommendation (and The Maker's Diet) that I bought "Nourishing Traditions" and I would consider it to be my food "Bible" almost. I told you that it was hard for me to read, but I think what I meant was that some of the recipes are so daunting to me... I'm not ready to eat organ meat yet! But I've already made so many improvements in my family's diet and it makes me happy to think that I am contributing to making healthy, happy people!
Once you know, you can't go back.
Two other books I found informative are Fast Food Nation and The Maker's Diet.
I am afraid to watch it. Animal, Vegetable, Miracle changed how I feed my family but I know I have just scratched the surface. I'm looking forward to reading your series! I'll be back to weekly blogging about my CSA box in June but it's been a long winter and I'm completely out of inspiration now.
I am not a fan of the "organic" mentality we have been brainwashed in. Not me personally, but it's this idea of "organic" on a label that gives many a sense of doing something for our earth.
My naturalpathic sister said it so well. "We throw away the resources God has given us in plenty. You cut open an apple and there the seeds are. Now what are we planting...landfills" I still love that. Should be a FB status.
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