About Reforming Food
The modern food system isn’t broken by accident. It has been engineered for profit, not health. Reforming Food exists to expose the reality of what we eat—who controls it, how it’s manipulated, and why it matters.
Uncovering the Truth. Reclaiming Real Food.
Industrial agriculture, corporate consolidation, and misleading health narratives have reshaped our relationship with food. We have been told what to eat, what to fear, and what to believe—while ultra-processed foods dominate shelves and small farmers disappear.
Our Commitment to Transparency
Reforming Food cuts through the noise. This platform is built on deep investigation, hard-hitting analysis, and real-world solutions. We expose the systems designed to keep you dependent on industrialized food and disconnected from what’s real.
Investigative Journalism
Uncovering the hidden players behind food, health, and agriculture.
Health & Science Breakdowns
Explaining the real impact of food on the body.
Industry Exposés
Revealing the truth behind Big Food, agribusiness, and nutrition policies.
Why It Matters
Food is not just fuel. It is survival, sovereignty, and power. The decisions made about food—by corporations, policymakers, and media gatekeepers—shape public health, economies, and the environment. Reforming Food is here to challenge the false narratives, reveal the hidden incentives, and offer a way forward.
Approximately 40% of American adults are classified as obese, a significant increase from 12% in the 1950s. This rise is associated with higher intake of processed foods, sugars and carbohydrates, and sedentary lifestyles.
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S., with over 700,000 Fatalities ANNUALLY. Diets high in saturated fats, trans fats, and added sugars are major contributors to this statistic.
According to the CDC, 38.1 million U.S. adults aged 18 years or older—or 14.7% of all U.S. adults—had diabetes in 2021, up from 3% in the 1970s. Diets high in added sugars and refined carbohydrates contribute significantly to this increase
High consumption of added sugars has been linked to an increased risk of developing dementia. Studies suggest that excessive sugar intake can lead to cognitive decline and related disorders. According to W.H.O., Dementia is currently the 7th leading cause of death and one of the major causes of disability and dependency among older people globally.
Who’s Behind Reforming Food?
Reforming Food was founded by Cavan Patterson, a writer, investigator, food entrepreneur, and advocate for real food. With decades of experience in small farming, foraging, food distribution, and restaurant supply, he has seen the industry from every angle—working directly with farmers, chefs, and food producers. His work has been featured in The New York Times and other major publications.
This platform is not just one voice. Reforming Food collaborates with farmers, scientists, chefs, and investigative journalists to uncover the truth about our food system. As we grow, so will our network of contributors. If you have insights to share, research to expose, or a story to tell, reach out.
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