Tag: Traditional vs modern diet

According to a 2019 study, dietary factors drive more than $50 billion in annual healthcare costs in the U.S. related to chronic diseases, highlighting the impact of modern food habits. This prompts the critical question: How is the Western diet different from other cultures?

According to a 2023 study, adherence to a traditional Mexican diet has been linked to positive health outcomes, including lower cholesterol and better insulin sensitivity. Therefore, the question, does Mexico have unhealthy food?, reveals a significant misunderstanding of its diverse culinary traditions.