Power, Policy, and the Fight for Real Food with Dr. Marion Nestle

In this episode of One Bite is Everything, host Dana DiPrima sits down with Dr. Marion Nestle, a legendary figure in the world of food policy and nutrition. They dive deep into the power dynamics of the food industry, what's going on in MAHA, the evolving role of supermarkets, the future of regenerative agriculture, and the challenges of making healthy food choices in an increasingly corporatized system. Nestle, author of the upcoming What to Eat Now and the provocative cereal-focused Boxed In, shares sharp insights on the erosion of public trust in food oversight, the fight against ultra-processed foods, and why small, local actions can still make a massive impact in an uncertain political landscape.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• How supermarkets subtly influence our food choices and why that matters for public health.
• Why the definition of 'regenerative agriculture' is so contentious and why it needs tighter regulation.
• What’s behind the rise of ultra-processed foods and why they’re a growing health risk.
• Why we need a radical overhaul of U.S. food policy to prioritize public health over corporate profits.
• The power of local action in changing the food system and why your local school or community garden might be the best place to start.

Resources Mentioned:

• Marion Nestle’s blog: Food Politics
• What to Eat Now (November 2025 release)
• Boxed In (coming in 2026)

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