Kellogg CEO, Steve Cahillane, has recently faced criticism for suggesting that people could save money by eating ‘cereal for dinner’. While he made this statement in the context of addressing rising inflation and increasing grocery costs, many have taken issue with it, interpreting the suggestion as being out of touch with the financial struggles faced by many people today.
Critics argue that cereal is not a nutritionally adequate meal and relying on it for dinner could negatively impact health. Furthermore, it is suggested that the CEO of a multi-billion dollar company offering such advice could appear insensitive to the economic hardships that the average person may be dealing with.
Yet, some folks have defended Cahillane’s comments by pointing out that he likely meant it as a practical tip, not a blueprint for diet. Cahillane has not yet responded to the backlash. If you’re interested in making your food budget go further, consider exploring other affordable and nutritious meal options, such as pasta dishes, homemade soups, or beans and rice.