Trump Administration Unveils New U.S. Dietary Guidelines for 2025-2030 | Quick Digest

Trump Administration Unveils New U.S. Dietary Guidelines for 2025-2030 | Quick Digest
The Trump administration has released new U.S. Dietary Guidelines for 2025-2030, emphasizing increased protein intake, including red meat and full-fat dairy, while advocating for a strict reduction in added sugars and highly processed foods.

New U.S. Dietary Guidelines for 2025-2030 emphasize protein and whole foods.

Recommendations include consuming red meat and full-fat dairy.

Strictly advises against added sugars and highly processed foods.

Aims to combat chronic diseases by resetting nutrition policy.

Guidelines depart from previous advice on saturated fats and alcohol.

Release by Trump administration sparks debate among nutrition experts.

The Trump administration has officially released the new 'Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025-2030,' marking what has been described as a 'significant reset of federal nutrition policy.' Published by the U.S. Departments of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Agriculture (USDA), the guidelines prioritize a shift towards 'real food' and significantly increase the recommended protein intake. The recommendations explicitly encourage the consumption of red meat and full-fat dairy, departing from earlier advice that often favored leaner meats and low-fat dairy. This shift has been met with mixed reactions from nutritionists, with some public health advocates raising concerns about the emphasis on animal protein and saturated fats. A central tenet of the new guidelines is a strong stance against added sugars and highly processed foods. The document states that 'no amount of added sugars or non-nutritive sweeteners is recommended or considered part of a healthy or nutritious diet' and advises parents to completely avoid added sugar for children aged four and under. Americans are also urged to reduce refined carbohydrates like white bread and prioritize nutrient-dense whole foods over packaged or prepared meals. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a key figure in this rollout, proclaimed that the new guidelines would 'revolutionize' U.S. eating habits and 'make America healthy again.' The guidelines also include a notable change regarding alcohol consumption, moving away from specific daily limits to a more general recommendation to 'consume less alcohol for better overall health.' These comprehensive guidelines will serve as the foundation for federal nutrition programs, including school meals.
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