The new version of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans marks the most significant change to the guidance since 1980. This edition—Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030—encourages people to eat more animal proteins and fats and avoid highly processed foods, while putting a clear focus on eating real, whole foods.
Here, we’ll break down all the major updates to the guidelines, the scientific reasoning behind each recommendation, and the debates and certain concerns raised by experts in different arenas.
