Lexology January 15, 2026
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently issued the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA), 2025-2030. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans set the foundation for federal nutrition programs such as national food assistance and school meal programs. While the new dietary guidelines include some longstanding recommendations from previous editions, such as a focus on calorie intake, consumption of fruits and vegetables, and nutrient density, the new guidelines also include many recommendations that represent a significant shift in federal nutrition policy. Key changes include increased protein recommendations (from both animal and plant sources), a shift toward encouraging the consumption of full-fat dairy products, stricter recommendations for limiting intake of added sugars, recommendations to...
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