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Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows - the Psychology of Food Choices - Dr. Melanie Joy

from The Eat This Podcast with Dr. Alan Desmond · host Dr Alan Desmond

“Guilt and shame are the enemies of sustainable change. Compassion and understanding are the keys.”Dr. Melanie Joy is a Harvard-educated psychologist, author, and one of the world’s foremost experts on the psychology of food choices. Dr. Joy’s groundbreaking book, Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows, explores the invisible belief system she calls “carnism,” which conditions us to eat certain animals while loving and caring for others.In this episode, we dive into the psychology of our dietary choices, the ethical implications of animal agriculture, and the powerful ways we can align our actions with our values. Melanie’s insights are as thought-provoking as they are empowering, offering a fresh perspective on how we think about food and its impact on the world around us.Order my new book: “What Your Doctor Isn’t Telling You About Food”Amazon UKWaterstones UK Easons IrelandBarnes & Noble US (release date July 14)US Australia and New ZealandUpdates and free guide "Build Your Healthy Plate" Join the mailing list Connect with Dr Alan Desmond  Instagram Threads Sponsored by Linwoods Healthfoods: Shop with 15% discount

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“Guilt and shame are the enemies of sustainable change. Compassion and understanding are the keys.” Dr. Melanie Joy is a Harvard-educated psychologist, author, and one of the world’s foremost experts on the psychology of food choices. Dr. Joy’s groundbreaking book, Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows, explores the invisible belief system she calls “carnism,” which conditions us to eat certain animals while loving and caring for others. In this episode, we dive into the psychology of our...

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