In "Gulp: Adventures on the Alimentary Canal," author Mary Roach explores various aspects of digestion and the eating experience. One notable commentary comes from Faulks, who critiques not just the obsession with extreme chewing but also the trend of blending food to enhance nutrient absorption. His perspective highlights a skepticism towards these practices, suggesting a preference for more traditional eating methods.
Faulks was dismissive not only of extreme chewing, but also of the related fad for blenderizing to increase the accessibility of nutrients. His remarks underline a belief in the integrity of whole foods and the natural process of chewing, which he sees as essential to the dining experience.