Hi JL!

Thanks for this thoughtful post.

<<  banana skins or egg shells...... certainly contain other nutrients than
the flesh itself. >>

Do they really? They taste kind of weird (at least to me) - and I would have
assumed that their weird or bitter flavors would be an indication that these
are not meant to be eaten - or that whatever natural protective toxins are
creating the bitterness probably outweigh any nutrient that might be present.
I'm curious as to what is actually found in some of the things mentioned.

 << But in a sense, instinctos also want the magic pill, i.e. food that is
self-regulated by pleasure (and pain). >>

This is astute, and makes a lot of sense to me.

<< introduce a certain amount of regulation by the mind, >>

I agree - especially considering how many underlying emotional issues are
usually operating when it comes to eating and food and health, which we are
generally not aware of.  I think it makes sense to try and think rationally
about eating.

<< I don't believe that the attraction to sweet fruits is a symptom of
detoxification. >>

What do you think it is, then? Why do fruits seem often to have more appeal
than other foods, even for very young children?

<< I don't think that the official party line is really objective. Their
reasoning is .....>>

JL - this paragraph is hilarious!  Thank you!

<<  I don't believe that being cold is a sign of detoxification. .......>>

And this paragraph is great, too.  In fact, do I have your permission to copy
it and post it to that "other" list? (If I dare - tension is high over there
these days, and I think I may personally be treading on thin ice). I think it
would be useful for people to hear this view.

In any case, thanks again for another clear and rational message.

Love, Liza
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