Ancient Architects and the Food Pyramid: A Thought Experiment

It’s funny how often we take modern concepts for granted like the food pyramid. It got me wondering: if ancient architects had designed one, what would it look like? Would it be stacked like the pyramids of Giza, with grains as the foundation and honey at the pinnacle? Or maybe the Romans would’ve prioritized wine and olives.

I’m curious what others think. Would an ancient food pyramid still hold up today, or would it crumble under modern nutrition science? And how much would regional diets influence the design? Let’s hear your theories!

Ooh, love this! The Greeks would totally have olive oil as the base liquid gold fueling everything! And imagine the Aztecs with maize and chili peppers towering high. Ancient pyramids would be way more flavorful!

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