Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

I thought I was pretty informed regarding "food" in the U.S. Turns out I was sadly mistaken-I didn't know nearly as much as I thought I did. To be honest, this book will depress you before it empowers you. Tons of stats in here that are sobering and eye-opening. Just may cause you to toss and turn in bed for a bit. But you will be equipped with the means to evaluate what you are eating, why you are eating it, and learn to use your dollars differently when it comes to purchasing provisions. My main concern (and the reason for 4 stars) is that there are so many in our nation who don't have the financial means of buying unadulterated food. As one who buys organic as much as possible (and it turns out the "organic" I buy actually isn't all that good either), I know it is more expensive. Meat can be twice to 3 times as much as conventional. My 25 year old son can't afford that-I can barely afford it! And I do buy local as much as possible. So this book could discourage some. I also personally disliked the feeling that I was sinning if I didn't buy organic via local farmers, etc. But I believe this book can start a movement that inspires creativity and community when it comes to where and how we get our food. This wealth of info is the catalyst to that movement, and it will send a message to our government that we refuse to allow them to control our food supply. Definitely worth a read!