Psychology Today | 12.07.2026 02:08
Most of us have heard the message that food is medicine. Research has consistently shown that eating patterns can influence health. But somewhere along the way, many of us stopped seeing food as something that nourishes, satisfies, connects us with others, and brings pleasure. Instead, food has increasingly become a collection of protein grams, fiber targets, antioxidants, and micronutrients to optimize. This way of thinking has a name: nutritionism.
