Standard American Diet

Type: Concept

As of November 2026, Standard American Diet has been mentioned in one podcast episode on The Ben Shapiro Show (Sep 2022).

The Western pattern diet is a modern dietary pattern originating in the industrialized West which is generally characterized by high intakes of pre-packaged foods, refined grains, red and processed meat, high-sugar drinks, candy and sweets, fried foods, high-fat dairy products, eggs, potato products, and corn products. Conversely, there are generally low intakes of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fish, nuts, and seeds. The nature of production also affects the nutrient profile, as in the examp