History Of The Food Pyramid Scheme

During the groovy 70s, the world was stuck in the middle of a giant grain shortage, and the outlook was looking pretty bleak. Soybean production was down seven percent, Canada’s wheat production hit a 10-year low, and rice fields in Asia were suffering due to relentless monsoons. But the biggest loser in this global grain game were the Soviets. Hit by a one-two punch of bad weather and even worse central planning, the Soviet Union was staring down the barrel of mass starvation and brewing civil unrest.

With their backs against the wall, the Soviet government had no choice but to turn to the Americans for help. And the U.S., faced with an offer too profitable to refuse, agreed to sell the grain. Given the worldwide shortage, grain prices were sky-high, making this one of the most lucrative deals in history.

Today we’ll uncover the shocking maneuvers behind the scenes that led to the creation of the Food Pyramid as we know it. It's a tale of politics, profit, and the powerful impact these forces can have on public health guidelines.

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