Medical Xpress January 19, 2026
The US has unveiled a controversial new food pyramid that’s causing a stir among nutrition experts. It represents the latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans—advice on what types and quantities of food and drink make up a healthy diet.
But the Trump administration’s new guidelines differ in many ways from previous versions. Most striking is the moralizing language about “real” food and a stark shift of responsibility onto individuals, with all consideration of health equity stripped away.
The change from the previous plate graphic to an inverted pyramid looks revolutionary at first glance. But dig deeper and the actual dietary advice hasn’t changed as much as the presentation suggests.
The new website is eye-catching, with dramatic language about “restoring common sense.”...
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