Mike Tyson describes terrible prison food; Robert Kennedy discusses nutrition impact on violence

Mike Tyson discussed the poor quality of food he ate during three years in prison, describing it as pure sugar and processed chemicals. US Health Secretary Robert Kennedy noted that the Federal Prison System spends approximately 60 cents per day on inmate meals. Tyson explained that prison canteens only sold donuts, chips, and sugary items with no healthy options, and even the soup was oversalted and unhealthy. He believes this terrible diet contributes to prison violence, making people angrier and more prone to fighting over minor issues. Kennedy cited research showing that improving prison food quality reduces violence by 50% and disciplinary actions in juvenile facilities by 70%. Tyson credited his mentor Cus D'Amato for teaching him proper nutrition, and now focuses heavily on his diet, primarily eating eggs for breakfast and seafood for fat burning.