I'm in the middle of reading Eric Schlosser's 'Fast Food Nation'. It's a book I probably should have read years ago, but it's only now made its way into my hands. I'm assuming a lot of people have already read it. If not, they should! It's an indictment against the whole fast food industry, the meat packaging industry, and more. It exposes a lot of disgusting, underhand and morally devoid goings-on in these industries.
It's really made me think about how we, as consumers, completely take it for granted that we're being sold decent, hygienically prepared foods and goods. The truth is, we're not. I'm starting to re-evaluate what I buy and eat... I am feeling more encouraged than ever to support local and organic. And to absolutely avoid processed and fast foods.
I am really saddened and angered that the industries portrayed in this book are so indifferent to the health and wellbeing of their animals, their workers, and their consumers. They commit atrocities in the name of profit. I found myself cursing the executives behind these industries to hell time and again while reading this book. And I'm sure this is just an example of what the big bad business world out there is like. I'm really glad I'm not caught up in it, at least I hope I'm not!
I strongly encourage everyone to read this book, and think about what they're buying, eating, and feeding their kids. Happy meals? My ass!
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