‘Poisoned: The Dirty Truth About Your Food‘ (2023) is a documentary that delves into the issue of fatal foodborne illnesses within the United States. Directed by Stephanie Soechtig , this film sheds light on a significant problem.
Are you someone who likes to know what you’re eating? This documentary is perfect for you, although it will make you think twice about shopping in the organic products section, because – according to the documentary – even in this section, there are products that can be harmful to your health.
“Poisoned: The Dirty Truth About Your Food” is a documentary on Netflix that you can watch starting from August 2nd.
About the Documentary
Kidney and liver failures, sick babies, salmonella-infected chickens, melons contaminated with listeria. . the list goes on, and “Poisoned: The Dirty Truth About Your Food” provides us with a clear picture of these issues. The documentary focuses on the United States, analyzing the state of public health and the quality of food products, giving us an insight into the economic interests behind the massive food industry.
Yes, even organic food.
The documentary presents various examples, such as the diseases caused by the “E. coli O157” bacteria and undercooked hamburgers, explaining the incubation process of the disease and its severe consequences, which can even lead to death in children. The toxin enters the bloodstream, causing organ failure and, consequently, resulting in the death of several children due to poisoning.
This documentary is not recommended for the faint of heart, as it provides different perspectives on the food crisis in the United States and its regulation, or lack thereof.
It features interviews with various experts in the field of food safety, including food scientists, physicians, and legal professionals.
Enjoy your next meal (or maybe not).
Release Date
August 2, 2023