The Ethics of What We Eat: Why Our Food Choices Matter
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: 1594866872
Manufacturer: Rodale Books
Release Date: 2007-03-06
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Editorial Reviews
Product Description:
The Ethics of What We Eat explores the impact our food choices have on humans, animals, and the environment. Recognizing that not all of us will become vegetarians, Singer and Mason offer ways to make healthful, humane food choices. As they point out: You can be ethical without being fanatical.
Customer Reviews
Good book for meat eaters and vegetarians. by Jacquelin D. Bodnar
I bought this book a few weeks ago and really enjoyed reading it. I think it was thought-provoking. I really liked the way the authors looked at what the families purchased and then discussed the items and their origins. I think that helps the average person to relate to the information. I highly recommend the book to all people that care and are curious about where their food comes from and if there are ethical implications that they should consider before making the purchase (e.g., environmental considerations, animal concerns, etc.). Two thumbs up for this book!
Objective and non-preachy by LMW
Throughly researched, this book provides an insightful and provocative look into the ethical/environmental concerns revolving around our meat eating culture. What Singer and Mason are able to avoid is taking on a holier-than-thou tone, while they come to the sensible conclusion that a vegan lifestyle is preferable to an omnivorous one. However, they also investigate the truth behind food labels, and the issues of organic and local food. Very thoughtful, and hopefully this book will instigate further change in people who wish to make a positive change for the sake of the world.
Only read if you care about yourself or the world around you by JT
This book offers a very thought-provoking view into the world of food. Forget restaurant hygiene and other crazes, this book portrays the alarming state of the food industry as it operates in the USA today (with a slight glimpse into Europe as well). The authors do a very good job at presenting facts and issues surrounding the ethics (obviously) of the food industry, with a focus on farming. Unlike many other similar discussions, I felt the authors’ approach was very easy to read (or digest, heh), with a seemingly open-minded view on the world.
Since finishing the read, I have altered my personal food buying decisions. I’m not perfect by any means, but I feel learning about the “what goes on behind closed doors” has helped me find a new appreciation for awareness and conscientiousness about food. I’ve given up some foods entirely, and am doing much more research in my buying decisions. I appreciate the education the book provided me, and already feel like a better person for the decisions it’s helped me made.
Note: I’m an omnivore, and I *love* steaks. I’m just a bit more thoughtful than I was before about them.
Everyone should read this by Whitey
This is a superb book. Everyone should read this to know what they are truly consuming and how it effects our planet and its inhabitants. It’s time that we are aware of the consequences of our food choices so that we may hopefully make better choices and decrease our impact on the planet.
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