People, whether in high-income or low-income backgrounds, have a common basic need for food. The paleo, vegetarians, and gluten-free persons consume food, but their preferences influenced by varying issues determine their response choices. Furthermore, the link between poor diet and the prevalence of disease, such as the striking rate of obesity, is an issue contributed by practices in the food industry. Factors like biological predispositions, personal beliefs, experience with food, time and ambiance, and customer service motivate and impact people’s decisions when confronted with America’s food industry.

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