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The new pyramid is the picture of the Make America Healthy Again movement, prioritizing whole foods, proteins and fats.
The new three-section food pyramid is part of the administration’s new nutrition policy announced Wednesday, which encourages Americans to eat whole or minimally processed foods, which it calls “real food,” and has been a longtime interest of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
The 2025-2030 DGA introduces an upside-down food pyramid emphasizing protein, dairy and fats. A dietitian warns of its focus on saturated fats while downplaying the importance of fiber. Protein is essential, but balance is key, so fruits, vegetables, legumes and grains should remain a priority.
Boca Helping Hands Executive Director Andrew Hagen shares how the new food pyramid changes the priorities of food banks nationwide.