01/20/2026
Why the new food pyramid concerns me...
RFK Jr.’s inverted food pyramid pushes 1.5–2x more protein, mainly from animal meat and full-fat dairy. If everyone followed it, we’d see serious pressure on the food system: more feedlot meat, more feed production, and more dependence on global supply chains.
It also comes at a cost. Shifting away from legumes and whole grains toward animal foods could raise grocery bills by 15–25% for the average household.
And from a health perspective, this moves us away from what longevity research actually shows — diets rich in fiber, plants, and whole foods with moderate animal protein.
Nutrition isn’t just personal. It’s economic, environmental, and systemic.
What’s your take on the inverted food pyramid? Drop it in the comments.
