The US has released new dietary guidelines, urging Americans to eat more protein and fewer processed foods. The guidelines, issued by the Trump administration, recommend a diet rich in whole foods such as fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains, while limiting sugary and refined options. They also advise consuming more protein, with a recommended intake of 1.2-1.6 grams per kilogram of body weight.
The guidelines take a stronger stance against "highly processed" foods, which make up more than half of the calories in the US diet and have been linked to chronic diseases such as diabetes and obesity. They also soften limits on saturated fats, suggesting that Americans choose whole-food sources of saturated fat, such as meat, whole-fat dairy, or avocados, while continuing to limit saturated fat consumption to no more than 10% of daily calories.
The new guidelines are part of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s "Make America Healthy Again" agenda, which aims to overhaul the US food supply. The guidelines will serve as the foundation for federal nutrition programs and policies, and are expected to influence the way Americans eat for years to come.