: The book highlights common misconceptions, such as finding that "crab sticks" contain almost no crab or that most industrial cookies are nutritionally poor regardless of their branding. Reviewer Consensus
(2019), written by Marián García (popularly known as Boticaria García ), is a highly-rated nutritional guide that aims to help consumers navigate the complexities of supermarket labeling. It currently holds a rating of 4.1/5 on Goodreads and roughly 4.6 to 4.7/5 on Amazon across hundreds of reviews. Key Themes & Content
Reviewers on platforms like Amazon and Casa del Libro generally praise the following:
: García teaches readers how to interpret the fine print, such as identifying hidden sugars or understanding that "artisanal" or "grandmother-style" claims often have no legal weight.
: The title refers to the fact that "York ham" does not exist in food legislation; products labeled as such are often "fiambre" (cold cuts) with low meat content (around 50%) and many additives.