Mike Tyson reflects on terrible prison food that increased violence

Mike Tyson discussed his three-year prison experience in conversation with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., highlighting the terrible quality of food he received. Tyson explained that with the Federal Bureau of Prisons spending only 60 cents per day per inmate on food, prisoners were fed primarily sugar, processed foods, donuts, and chips, with very little healthy options. He believes this ultra-processed diet made inmates more violent and aggressive, causing people to fight and attack each other over minor issues. Tyson contrasted his prison diet with his current eating habits, which focus on eggs, cheese, and seafood, crediting his mentor Cus D'Amato for teaching him proper nutrition. Kennedy cited research showing that improving prison food quality reduces violence by 50% and disciplinary incidents by 70% in juvenile facilities.