The Protein Paradox: How Food Giants Co-Opted RFK Jr.'s Health Agenda

RFK Jr.'s push to prioritize protein in American dietary guidelines has sparked a corporate response that reveals an uncomfortable truth: the food industry is repackaging ultra-processed foods with added protein rather than fundamentally changing nutritional practices. The author's week-long experiment demonstrates the disconnect between policy intent and commercial execution, raising critical questions about whether regulatory mandates can drive meaningful health improvements when filtered through a system optimized for profit rather than wellness.