167: My thoughts on the new 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans

The new Dietary Guidelines are out. Some people are celebrating “big changes,” while others are criticizing them. So in this episode, I’m sharing my thoughts on what actually changed, what didn’t, and what really matters when it comes to public health. Topics discussed:What the Dietary Guidelines for Americans are (and who they’re actually for)How often the guidelines are updated and who writes themFood pyramid vs. MyPlate and why the “we flipped the pyramid” narrative is misleadingWhy guideline adherence has always been lowSaturated fat contradictions and mixed messagingAlcohol guidance being more vaguePlant protein and why deprioritizing it mattersConflicts of interest and public trustSocial determinants of health and why access matters more than slogansWhat would actually improve population health+ so much more in-between. At the end of the day.. guidelines don’t change health outcomes, but systems do. Until nutritious choices are affordable, accessible, and realistic for most people, flipping the pyramid won’t move the needle. Resources:https://realfood.gov/Read the 10-page Dietary Guidelines HERERead the scientific foundation for the guidelines HERECheck out the Uncompromised Guidelines HEREWhere to find me:IG: @lukesmithrdCheck out my website HERETIA for listening!!