The Food Babe’s Recipe for a Healthier America

What’s really in your food? In an era of ultra-processed foods, Vani Hari is on a mission to uncover the truth and empower Americans to reclaim their health.

Eating more real, whole foods changed Hari's health and life. She hopes to help others experience the same transformation. Adhiraj Chakrabarti for American Essence

When Vani Hari’s mother joined her father in America, the first food he introduced her to was a McDonald’s hamburger.

“He said, ‘If we’re going to live in America, we’re going to eat like Americans.’ And so that’s how we grew up,” Hari said.