Du sollst nicht essen

Although humans are biologically omnivores, there is no community that makes full use of all the food available to it. Something is always not eaten. This anthology sheds light on why we don't eat what we don't eat from the perspectives of neuro-, nutritional-, social science and religious studies. A "religious nutriscore" provides information on the most important rules of abstinence in Judaism, Christianity and Islam. A photo gallery illustrates how certain foods become sacred meals on festivals and holidays. Last but not least, the book shows ways in which people who follow different dietary rules can still eat together - including a practical test in the university canteen.