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Food Anxiety Rises as Enjoyment Takes a Backseat

2/8/2026

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Story summary
  • The New York Times reports that food has become a source of anxiety rather than enjoyment.
  • The article notes the rise of meal replacements and supplements, including sea moss and hemp protein powder, fueling dietary neurosis.
  • Affluent societies are affected as people focus on macro- and micronutrient goals instead of enjoying food.
  • The author advocates shifting toward appreciating food as a daily joy rather than a means of self-optimization.