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Why people shouldn’t shop for groceries on their own by default.

In today's modern age, the way we shop for groceries is flawed. Instead of purchasing what our bodies truly require, we're often swayed by marketing tactics, fancy packaging, or simply personal cravings. This has led to a surge in health issues and a lack of essential nutrients in our diet. Here are some reasons why:

Shopping Based on Body Needs: At the core, food is fuel. Our choices should be based on what our bodies need the most and would benefit from. Yet, the average person doesn't have the knowledge or time to research each product and determine if it meets their unique nutritional requirements.

AI and Nutritional Guidance: In an age of technological advancement, each individual could benefit from the guidance of an AI or a certified nutritionist. Imagine walking into a store and having a personalized list of items that are tailored to your specific health needs. No more guesswork, just optimized health.

Overwhelming Choices: Today's supermarkets present a paradox of choice. There are so many products available that making the 'right' choice becomes daunting. It's incredibly easy to be sidetracked and purchase items that are not only unnecessary but could also be harmful.

A Designed Dilemma: The current system is structured in such a way that it's more profitable for companies when we buy impulsively or choose unhealthier options. There's a lack of emphasis on promoting products that are genuinely beneficial for our health.

In conclusion, perhaps it's time to reconsider the way we shop for groceries. Instead of leaving it up to individuals to navigate the intricate web of food choices, a more structured and personalized approach could lead to a healthier society.

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#diet #society #groceryshopping #corporations

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HoloKat 2y ago

What are you suggesting? What do you mean by more structured way?

At the end of the day you can’t really force anyone to do anything for their own benefit.

Yes it’s true some (most?) places don’t offer much in terms of nutritional options, or come at a high price… but if the consumer demanded different, things would have changed.

People are ultimately responsible for their own actions. We can put clear labels on products with sugar (mostly everything) but it’s still up to them to decide to consume or not.

max 2y ago

So that's what I think is the issue, people will consume whatever is being pushed into them, from politics, views to groceries.

Structured wasn't the best word yes, I meant by design, was it made in a way to benefit every human and their health?

The choice of what to get be coming from you, not from the influence of brands, your grocery shop etc.

But I guess you're right, most people aren't there yet to expect something more humane and demand it.

But why would you want to force it? You should still be able to get whatever you want that's available. But it could've been healthy and personalized first by design. That's what it may look like in the future. Currently it's like it was made for corporate profits, more foods being imported than created locally etc.

If you have a simple choice, let's say Water vs Coke, coke will make you feel worse over time and potentially sick. Who'd pick Coke and why? Because they were pushed over many years that it's cool or whatever so you want it no matter what?

Ideally it could be water vs locally produced cola organic drink etc.

And for personalization there could be a simple app where you'd enter your preferences and then skip through the most of the products you don't need/care about.

Sedj 2y ago

How could I trust this method to not feed me bugs and industrial sludge if it was somehow deemed beneficial?

For the record, my list is simple. Meat. Eggs. Milk. Butter. Coffee

Everything else I buy at the grocery store is probably for someone else.

Also, let's say I am trying to keep my meat cost under $6/lb. Across all meat types, and I am not that picky, but do want some variety. If I am in the store, I can see something with a reduced price price, buy it instead of something at normal price, or instead of another cut of meat, or over-buy it and freeze the excess. Your approach doesn't seem to allow me to make those choices. Would it make cheaper choices, or would it just try its best to optimize for $6/lb, and I end up with $90 per week of ground beef?

Solving your problems is way easier if you stop wandering down the middle aisles and stop putting stuff in your cart that you don't need. I could eliminate all but meat on my list and live just fine. I choose the luxuries of dairy and coffee because it is my choice, my convenience, to do do. Dairy gives me more immediate fats when I need them, as well as a hint of sugar or salt (if salted butter). Coffee gives me caffeine, which I will likely eventually quit, but not yet.

#carnivore