February 12, 2026
Serve vibes, not fries
Realfood.gov includes a Grok search box
Gov food site punts to Elon’s AI and the internet screams: real help or vibecoded slop
TLDR: Realfood.gov added a “Use AI” box that simply redirects to Elon Musk’s Grok, not a custom tool. Commenters are split: some say it’s less biased, others call it sloppy and contradictory, raising questions about a government health site outsourcing advice to a private chatbot and what that means for public trust.
Realfood.gov rolled out a big “America Returns to Real Food” push under President Trump—think fewer ultra-processed snacks, phasing out petroleum-based dyes, stricter FDA (Food and Drug Administration) review, and a new, simpler food pyramid. Then came the twist: a shiny “Use AI to get real answers” box that just sends you to Elon Musk’s Grok. Cue instant whiplash. The community gasped, laughed, and argued all at once.
The loudest voices say the Grok box isn’t integrated at all—no special prompts, no context—so answers can contradict the site’s own guidance. One commenter called it “vibecoded slop,” another asked, “what’s the messaging here?” while a defender insisted it’s less biased than a government site. ChrisArchitect linked a report confirming the redirect, and the memes arrived: “New Pyramid now points to Grok,” “Meal planning by Elon,” and “Press Grok, get guac.” Behind the jokes sits a serious split—should a government nutrition portal outsource advice to a billionaire’s chatbot, especially when the site warns against processed foods and promises tougher standards? Fans say more viewpoints are good. Skeptics say it’s confusing, off-brand, and just vibes. The battle lines: trust, bias, and whether your dinner should be curated by AI.
Key Points
- •The page promotes using an external AI tool for meal planning and food guidance.
- •It claims a federal nutrition policy reset under President Trump emphasizing real, whole, nutrient-dense foods.
- •USDA plans include working with states to restrict SNAP funds from purchasing sugary drinks.
- •The administration proposes phasing out petroleum-based food dyes and the FDA enhancing ingredient safety reviews.
- •A new dietary “Pyramid” advises avoiding highly processed foods and offers practical guidance favoring whole, minimally processed foods.