The redesigned inverted food pyramid places red meat, cheese, fruits, and vegetables at the top|@WhiteHouse|X
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. unveiled a sweeping overhaul of the US dietary guidelines, with the new recommendations moving away from traditional low-fat advice and prioritizing whole foods, proteins, and healthy fats.
The redesigned inverted food pyramid places red meat, cheese, fruits, and vegetables at the top.
Grains, once the foundation of the American diet, are at the bottom of the list.
Under the direction of RFK Jr., the USDA is calling for a dramatic reduction in ultra-processed foods and refined carbohydrates. He has often linked these types of foods to the nation’s high obesity rates.
Other notable changes include a strict recommendation of zero added sugars for children under 10 and the inclusion of full-fat dairy and naturally occurring fats from whole foods such as avocados.
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Public health experts from the American Heart Association and Stanford University warn that prioritizing animal fats contradicts decades of research on heart disease.
Supporters argue that focusing on natural, real food will improve the country’s health trajectory.
The updated dietary layouts will effectively shape meals offered in schools, the military, hospitals, and federal food assistance programs, affecting millions across America.