Mike Tyson recalls poor prison diet and its effects on behavior

Boxing legend Mike Tyson discussed the unhealthy food he ate during his three-year prison sentence, describing a diet full of sugar and processed items. Speaking on Robert Kennedy's podcast, Tyson explained that the Federal Bureau of Prisons spends roughly 60 cents per day on inmate meals, resulting in cheap junk food like donuts and chips. He believes such poor nutrition contributes to heightened aggression and violence in prisons. Tyson also shared that his mentor Cus D'Amato taught him proper nutrition, and he now focuses heavily on diet, favoring eggs and seafood. Kennedy cited research showing that improved prison diets can reduce violence by up to 50 percent.