Mary Roach is sort of a science writer for the everyday person. Gulp is another book on a somewhat taboo subject, from the author that brought us Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers (another great book that I'd recommend to any curious person).
In Gulp, Roach explores the psychology of what we eat and why we like (or don't like) those things, as well as the biology of what happens once we put food in our mouths.
This book will answer questions like: "Why is crunchy food so appealing? Why is it so hard to find words for flavors and smells? Why doesn't the stomach digest itself? How much can you eat before your stomach bursts? Can constipation kill you? Did it kill Elvis?"
Recommendation: An interesting and funny book for anyone who has ever eaten or plans to eat in the future.
*Spoilers after the break*
