by Catherine L. Newell (Author)

Food Faiths explores how individuals use scientific concepts about food and diet as the basis for a spiritual practice. The book examines how science filters through popular culture to affect the spiritual inclinations of individuals and investigates the influence of science, biomedicine, and nutrition on contemporary spirituality.

Author Biography

Catherine L. Newell is associate professor of religion and science at the University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida.