When Did the American Diet Become Unhealthy?
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Since the end of World War II, the American diet has radically transformed from a relatively nourishing food system to one dominated by fats, sugar, and ultra-processed foods. This critical pivot, largely influenced by industrialization, policy, and changing consumer habits, fundamentally reshaped what and how Americans eat, leading to modern-day health challenges. The question of when did the American diet become unhealthy is answered by examining several key decades of change.
