I’ll have what they’re having
Despite being the wealthiest country on Earth, the United States consistently ranks the worst among its peers in chronic illness, obesity, mental health, and life expectancy. The laws and administrative practices shaping our food system have resulted in an over-processed, under-regulated, and generally unhealthy national diet, with serious implications for public health. From regulatory loopholes to counterproductive subsidies, the problems in U.S. food governance cannot be overlooked.
To figure out how we can do better, I’m examining the food systems of the healthiest countries on Earth and diving deep into the ways they govern food. As I uncover problems in food policy and identify the solutions that have worked elsewhere, I’m sharing my findings in this blog.
If you want to learn more about current issues in the U.S. food system and hear game-changing insights from around the world, you’re in the right place.
Read on to find out how we, too, can Have What They’re Having.
For even deeper insights, check out my book at this link: I’ll Have What They’re Having on Amazon
Recent Posts
Read my most recent insights, analyses, and reflections from the U.S. and abroad in the healthiest countries on Earth.
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One of the greatest delights I experienced while traveling throughout Italy was the abundance of fresh parmesan cheese served with food at most restaurants. While I’ve always enjoyed parmesan cheese in the United States, true Italian parmesan—officially known as Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese—is on a different level in terms of flavor, with an intensely savory, buttery profile.
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Fish, particularly fatty fish, is one of the most beneficial foods for protecting one’s health. Compared with virtually any other animal-based food, fish has the strongest positive association with chronic disease prevention and longevity when consumed regularly. Yet, while U.S. consumption of less-beneficial proteins like red meat and poultry is extremely high, most Americans do
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After months of researching, writing, and fine-tuning, I’ll Have What They’re Having is out on Amazon! This nearly 250-page book is packed full of deep insights into the food systems of the United States and our healthier peers—along with surprising travel stories and cutting-edge research on nutrition and health. I’ll Have What They’re Having can be
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