The 2026–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans are out—and if you’re feeling confused by the headlines or frustrated by the mixed messages, you’re not alone.

In this episode, I break down what the new guidelines actually say, why the return to a food pyramid is creating more confusion than clarity, and where the written recommendations don’t match the visual messaging.

We’ll talk about protein, whole grains, saturated fat, dairy, red meat, processed foods, and added sugars—and why so many people are left wondering if they’re “doing it wrong.”

Most importantly, this episode focuses on what truly matters for health and how to apply nutrition guidance in real life—without restriction, perfection, or food guilt.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why the new food pyramid and written guidelines send conflicting messages

• How protein, whole grains, and fats are being framed in ways that increase confusion

• What to actually focus on for balanced, sustainable eating in real life

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