A Real Food Halloween: Secretary Kennedy Joins Acting FDA Commissioner Kyle Diamantas on The Real Food Show

WASHINGTON, D.C.—OCTOBER 28, 2026—U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. today released a special Halloween episode of The Real Food Show featuring U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Acting Commissioner Kyle Diamantas and his family.

Filmed at the Diamantas home, the episode features pumpkin carving, roasted pumpkin seeds, and homemade pumpkin oatmeal cookies, while highlighting how families can make healthy eating part of their Halloween traditions.

“I loved cooking with Kyle’s family, carving pumpkins, and sharing the fun of making delicious food together,” said Secretary Kennedy. “That’s how we build healthy habits — bring kids into the kitchen, work with simple, real ingredients, and make food everyone enjoys. President Trump’s MAHA agenda puts real food and family at the heart of a healthier America.”

Between cooking and carving pumpkins, Secretary Kennedy and Acting Commissioner Diamantas discuss FDA’s work on food ingredients, including efforts to reform the generally recognized as safe (GRAS) process and remove petroleum-based food dyes from the food supply.

The family also shares Halloween memories and reveals a jack-o’-lantern with the message at the heart of the series: “Eat Real Food.”

The Real Food Show demonstrates how every American can cook healthy, delicious meals at affordable prices. Inspired by President Trump’s Make America Healthy Again agenda, the series features budget-friendly recipes, easy cooking techniques, and practical nutrition advice to help Americans bring real food back to the table and restore the sacred ritual of preparing and eating meals together.

Every Recipe Featured on The Real Food Show:

• Uses real, whole-food ingredients, focusing on nutrient density.
• Is kid-friendly and easy for families to prepare together.
• Works in a basic home kitchen using everyday equipment.
• Costs less than $5 per serving whenever possible.
• Delivers delicious, practical meals for cooks of every skill level.
• Aligns with the updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

Watch the latest episode of The Real Food Show.