Life Possible Podcast Episode 99 – Flipping the Pyramid with Shannon Davis, RD
Tue Feb 03 2026
In this episode of The Life Possible Podcast, host John Barnes is joined once again by registered dietitian Shannon Davis, RD for a timely and eye-opening conversation about the new food pyramid—and why it’s been turned upside down.
For decades, we were taught to build our diets on grains, fear fat, and treat protein as an afterthought. But metabolic science has been quietly rewriting that story—and now, even the pyramid is catching up.
In this conversation, John and Shannon break down:
· Why the original food pyramid failed so many people
· What it really means that protein is now at the base
· The essential role of protein and healthy fats in human nutrition
· Why there is no such thing as an “essential carbohydrate”
· How insulin, hormones, and food quality matter more than calories
· What this shift means for everyday people trying to lose weight, regain energy, and improve metabolic health
They also revisit key themes from Shannon’s first appearance on the show—exploring how dietitians are evolving, why many professionals are finally stepping outside the old paradigm, and how this new model validates what low-carb, protein-forward approaches have shown for years.
If you’ve ever felt confused, hungry, or frustrated by traditional nutrition advice, this episode will help you understand why it wasn’t your fault—and what to focus on instead.
👉 If the food pyramid flipped… maybe it’s time to flip how you eat.
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In this episode of The Life Possible Podcast, host John Barnes is joined once again by registered dietitian Shannon Davis, RD for a timely and eye-opening conversation about the new food pyramid—and why it’s been turned upside down. For decades, we were taught to build our diets on grains, fear fat, and treat protein as an afterthought. But metabolic science has been quietly rewriting that story—and now, even the pyramid is catching up. In this conversation, John and Shannon break down: · Why the original food pyramid failed so many people · What it really means that protein is now at the base · The essential role of protein and healthy fats in human nutrition · Why there is no such thing as an “essential carbohydrate” · How insulin, hormones, and food quality matter more than calories · What this shift means for everyday people trying to lose weight, regain energy, and improve metabolic health They also revisit key themes from Shannon’s first appearance on the show—exploring how dietitians are evolving, why many professionals are finally stepping outside the old paradigm, and how this new model validates what low-carb, protein-forward approaches have shown for years. If you’ve ever felt confused, hungry, or frustrated by traditional nutrition advice, this episode will help you understand why it wasn’t your fault—and what to focus on instead. 👉 If the food pyramid flipped… maybe it’s time to flip how you eat.