Against the wishes of some knee-jerk conservatives, the USDA food pyramid is now a thing of the past. Good riddance. That construct was a terror on our nation. With that, First Lady Michelle Obama today revealed the USDA's update on America's visual guide -- because Americans need a guide to eat, you see -- which is a vast improvement over the former dietary image of sloth and ruin. more ›

The latest nutrition guideline, which were released today by the federal government, reveal some harrowing news for those who lean toward the ultra-savory. New York Times reveals: "Among the recommendations: anyone 51 or older, all African-Americans, children, and adults with hypertension, diabetes and chronic kidney disease should cut their salt consumption to 1,500 milligrams a day; the recommendation for everyone else is 2,300 milligrams, which equates to a teaspoon." more ›

Although the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program is being served up a Balboa High, San Francisco public schools still serve junk to kids. It's a big problem. Of what little money goes to free "school nutrition" at SF public schools, a slight $2.68 per meal, only $1 goes to the actual food itself. more ›