Most Replayed Moment: The Truth Behind "Healthy" Food Labels - Dr. Chris Van Tulleken

In this podcast episode, Dr. Chris Van Tulleken discusses the industrialization of the food supply and the rise of ultra-processed foods since the 1970s, attributing it to financial incentives and the dominance of a few major companies. He critiques the nutritional labeling system, particularly the traffic light system, for being misleading and influenced by the food industry. Dr. Van Tulleken examines specific food products like Diet Coke, Cheerios, and Actimel, pointing out the harmful ingredients and deceptive marketing tactics, and argues that many processed foods are engineered to be over-consumed and do not meet a useful definition of food as nourishment. He suggests alternatives like milk, water, porridge, and real bread, while cautioning against artificial sweeteners and products with added vitamins.