There are many pyramids throughout the world. The most famous, of course, include the Great Pyramid at Giza, and the Pyramids of the Sun and the Moon in Mexico.
But there’s one pyramid that outshines them all. Yes, I’m talking about the food guide pyramid. This amazing edifice was discovered by Sir Anthony Savage in 1842 in the wilds of the North American forests. Its survival is incredible, considering that it is formed entirely out of food.
The bottom level, approximately 50 feet high, is composed of a mixture of cereal grains. They were ground up and cemented together in some as-yet unidentified paste to create a substance impermeable by rain or beast.
The second level seems to be divided into two parts. This level, 40 feet high, has one section that is made entirely of fruits. It is theorized that the pectins in the fruit have held this section together. The other half of the second level is formed of vegetables. It is immediately obvious what holds this section together: the glutinous alleged foodstuff known as “okra.” Ancient man seems to have been very fond of okra, as it served duty both as food for those with undiscerning taste buds, and as a surprisingly sturdy building material.
The third level is, likewise, divided into two sections. This level is approximately 30 feet tall. One section is composed of a rotting, mouldering mass of cheeses and yoghurts. For some peculiar reason, insects seem to be particularly drawn to this section. The other section is composed of what appears to be meats, legumes, and eggs. It too is a strong draw for the insects. Further exploration of this level is impossible, as the insects are impossible to repel for extended periods of time.
The top level is a solid chunk of lard that was carved into the crown of the pyramid. One would think that the lard would melt in the heat of the summer. Curious thing, but it hasn’t.
The Food Guide Pyramid is a fascinating relic of the native groups of North America. Scientists and archaeologists even now are hard at work in efforts to unlock its mysteries.
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