RFK Jr. Takes His Eat-Real-Food Campaign to Hospital Trays.

The article focuses on US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s initiative to have hospitals revise patient menus based on his updated food pyramid, as communicated by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The CMS memo encourages hospitals to reduce ultra-processed foods, eliminate sugary drinks, serve whole grains, and limit added sugars to under 10 grams per meal, with sample menu changes such as substituting oatmeal for cereal and plain yogurt for flavored varieties. This effort aligns with the Trump administration's new dietary guidelines promoting healthier eating, though hospitals face challenges including funding cuts and resource constraints, especially in rural areas. The American Hospital Association acknowledges the importance of nutritious food in recovery and plans to consider the updated guidance for hospital meal programs. [Extracted from the article]