The essay explores the impact of modern food availability on human metabolism and dietary habits. It highlights how industrialized farming and advanced preservation techniques have led to an overabundance of food, contrasting with historical food scarcity. The author, Professor Dr. Walter Feldheim, argues that the increase in fat and refined flour consumption, alongside a decline in high-fiber wholemeal products, contributes to obesity. He posits that obesity can be viewed as a dietary fiber deficiency disorder, as fiber promotes satiety and helps prevent overeating.
