Our diet has become a source of problems for our health. But the question is how to understand what is really dangerous and what may be very useful. And what can you replace soy sausage with? What to do if life seems gray without ketchup? This book is designed to help you find answers to all questions. It tells: how to decipher the letters and numbers in the product; what are GMOs as a separate type of additives; what are the harms and benefits of: preservatives and antioxidants, emulsifiers, stabilizers, thickeners, taste and smell enhancers, flavorings; Is there life without food additives? Also presented: 100 delicious recipes for homemade fast food. This book is addressed to everyone who wants to live actively and without problems!