Summary
New dietary guidelines proposed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. may significantly differ from past guidelines. Kennedy wants to simplify them to a few pages focusing on whole and local foods. This change could impact federal food programs and policies.
Key Facts
- The U.S. updates dietary guidelines every five years based on scientific research.
- The 2025 scientific report recommends eating fruits, vegetables, lean meats, legumes, and whole grains, and avoiding saturated fats, added sugar, and refined carbs.
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. plans to make the guidelines simpler and more focused on "whole foods."
- The current guidelines influence federal food aid programs, like school lunches and military meals.
- Many people still mistakenly link the guidelines with the old food pyramid.
- The guidelines are criticized for being too complex, which affects their adoption by the public.
- Experts say that simple advice alone may not change American eating habits or reduce diet-related diseases.
