"The Pleasure Trap" by Douglas Lisle and Alan Goldhamer explores how modern society undermines health and happiness through "pleasure traps," where naturally evolved reward systems are exploited by readily available, unnaturally concentrated stimuli. The book explains how our evolved preferences for pleasure, pain avoidance, and energy conservation are manipulated by modern diets and lifestyles, leading to disease and unhappiness. The authors examine the biological basis for human behavior, detailing how our instincts, once vital for survival in scarce environments, now lead to overconsumption and unhealthy choices in a world of abundance. They advocate for understanding these traps and making conscious choices to align with our natural needs. The authors also discuss the role of fasting as a healing tool, emphasizing the body's self-healing capabilities, and provide strategies for navigating social pressures and making health-promoting choices. The text references medical and scientific research, along with anecdotes and historical examples, to support its claims. Ultimately, it argues for a return to a more natural way of living to reclaim health and happiness.