The inverted food pyramid: What RFK’s proposal means for dentistry

With RFK’s newly proposed inverted food pyramid making headlines, what does it actually mean for your patients—and for your own daily life?

In this week's episode, Dr. Odiatu breaks down how today’s heavily processed diet (now making up 55% of adults’ and 65% of children’s calories) is impacting systemic and oral health in ways we can no longer ignore.
 
You’ll hear:

  • The key nutrients almost everyone is deficient in
  • What to look for when choosing a high-quality fish oil
  • How the oral cavity is designed to protect itself—even when the diet is working against it
  • Practical, real-world strategies to reduce inflammation and support total health

You can watch the full episode on Youtube.

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About the Author

Pamela Maragliano, DMD

Chief Editor of Dental Economics

Pamela Maragliano, DMD, is the chief editor of Dental Economics. Based in Salem, Massachusetts, Dr. Maragliano began her clinical career as a dental hygienist. She went on to attend Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, where she earned her doctorate in dental medicine. She then attended the University of California, Los Angeles, School of Dental Medicine, where she became board-certified in prosthodontics. Dr. Maragliano owns a private practice, Salem Dental Arts, and lectures on a variety of clinical topics. You may contact her at [email protected]

Brian B. Nový, DDS

Brian B. Nový, DDS, is the chief dental officer of the Alliance Dental Center, Massachusetts Public Employees Fund. He served as president of the National CAMBRA Coalition and is currently the consumer representative to the United States Food & Drug Administration Dental Products Panel. His awards include the American Dental Association (ADA) Adult Preventive Care Practice of the Year, the Academy of General Dentistry Weclew Award, the Dugoni Award, and the ADA Evidence-Based Dentistry Practice Award. 

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