The New Food Pyramid (2025–2030) vs. Menopause: What It Gets Right, What It Misses, and a Better Midlife Meal Framework

The new 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans—and that upside-down food pyramid—are everywhere right now. And if you’re in perimenopause or menopause thinking, “Wait… how am I supposed to make this make sense?”… same.In this episode, I walk through what the new guidelines get right (whole foods, more plant-rich options, less ultra-processed food), where the advice gets confusing for midlife women (hello, saturated fat contradictions), and the simple 4-part meal framework I recommend instead.You’ll learn:• Why population-level nutrition guidance often misses menopause realities (sleep, stress, energy, muscle + bone changes)• The saturated fat recommendation (and why the “math” feels impossible in real life)• Why midlife needs more focus on adequate protein + blood sugar stability• A simple, flexible meal framework: protein + fiber-rich carbs + healthy fats/flavor + enough foodFree support:• Book a free wellness consult: https://healthyhermidlife.com/coaching• Download the Midlife Metabolic Reset Guide: https://healthyhermidlife.com/resetAbout Kristine:I help midlife women get their energy back, feel less stressed, and create simple habits that help their bodies feel better again—without dieting or overwhelm. If you're ready to feel better in your body—with more energy and less stress—you can book a free Midlife Wellness Session with me here — https://healthyhermidlife.com/coaching.