We live in an age where food has been transformed into a spectacle: dishes crafted like works of art, television programs that pursue surprise, advertisements that promise eternal youth in exchange for a purchase. But what remains of the authentic value of food? What place is there for awareness, knowledge, and respect for our bodies and the environment? This book answers these questions clearly and forcefully, restoring the dignity of cooking as a meeting place between biology and culture. The book reminds us that nutrition isn't just about taste, but "daily medicine," a dynamic balance, a...