David A. Kessler's book, "Diet, Drugs, and Dopamine", explores the addictive nature of ultraprocessed foods, which he categorizes as 'ultraformulated'. He connects the rise of these foods to the obesity epidemic affecting nearly 42% of U.S. adults, with projections to reach 50% by 2030. Kessler discusses health complications arising from visceral fat and questions the long-term safety of GLP-1 weight loss drugs. He calls for a new understanding of addiction and suggests that addressing the root causes of food addiction is essential for reversing the obesity crisis.
Kessler argues that ultraprocessed foods have been engineered to exploit our biology, creating addictive qualities similar to cigarettes and opioids.
He emphasizes the staggering statistic that nearly 42% of U.S. adults face obesity, predicting this could rise to 50% by 2030.
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