Quote by Michael Pollan

In corn, I think I've found the key to the American food chain. If you look at a fast-food meal, a McDonald's meal, virtually all the carbon in it - and what we eat is mostly carbon - comes from corn.

In corn, I think I've found the key to the American food cha

Summary

This quote by Michael Pollan highlights the significant role of corn in the American food industry. It emphasizes how corn has become a fundamental component of the American diet, particularly in fast food meals like McDonald's. The quote suggests that much of the carbon, which forms a major part of our food, can be traced back to corn. This observation reflects the widespread use of corn in various forms, including high fructose corn syrup, corn-fed animal products, and corn-based ingredients, in the production of processed foods in America.

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By Michael Pollan

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