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The Sunday Daily: To Save His Life, Our Food Critic Reset His Appetite

March 15, 2026·37 min·3 clips

A doctor looked at Pete Wells in a sauna and warned he might drop dead at any minute.

Former New York Times restaurant critic Pete Wells discusses how a health scare forced him to completely transform his relationship with food, leading him to quit his prestigious job, adopt mindful eating practices, and overhaul his diet to save his life. He shares insights on overcoming 'food noise', reducing alcohol, and finding joy in cooking simple, healthy meals at home.

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