Why America Is Sick: The Truth About the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines

In this episode, Dr. Michael Goran breaks down the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines and what the new nutrition policy updates mean for families. A leading expert in childhood nutrition, he explains the risks of ultra-processed foods, the impact of added sugar on kids’ health and behavior, and why whole grains and minimally processed foods matter more than ever. Goran is a leading childhood nutrition researcher, Professor of Pediatrics at The Children's Hospital of Los AngelesHe also shares how he worked alongside Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to help re-shape the national conversation around food policy, advocating for stronger school meal standards and clearer guidance on processed foods.If you care about children’s health, school nutrition, food policy reform, and reducing sugar intake, this conversation offers practical insight into how the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines could shape the future of family wellness.https://realfood.gov/https://www.drmichaelgoran.com/---Follow us on Instagram and twitter @momsaskwhy / TikTok: @momsaskwhypodcastDrop your email at www.momsaskwhy.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.