Protein, food pyramid and dietary guidelines
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Some of the latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans conflict with expert consensus. Here’s what they say you should eat.
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The new dietary guidelines call for prioritizing high-quality protein, healthy fats, fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Foods to avoid or limit are highly processed foods, refined carbohydrates and added sugars. The "food pyramid" has literally been turned upside down.
The new food pyramid, however, places vegetables, proteins, dairy and healthy fats like olive oil at the top, suggesting they should hold equal importance. Fruits and nuts are slightly lower on the pyramid, and whole grains are at the very bottom.
New guidelines overhaul federal dietary advice. Americans are urged to avoid added sugar and cook more meals at home.
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They told ABC News that while red meat and full-fat dairy can be part of a heathy diet, they also can be high in sodium and saturated fats, which can raise the risk of cardiovascular disease.
New U.S. dietary guidelines urge Americans to cut added sugars, avoid highly processed foods, eat more protein and include whole-food fats including options like beef tallow.