Does the 2026 dietary guideline tell us to eat more meat?
Everyone says so, but I don't. Instead, I see:
American households must prioritize diets built on whole, nutrient-dense foods—protein, dairy, vegetables, fruits, healthy fats, and whole grains. Paired with a dramatic reduction in highly processed foods laden with refined carbohydrates, added sugars, excess sodium, unhealthy fats, and chemical additives, this approach can change the health trajectory for so many Americans.
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Consume a variety of protein foods from animal sources, including eggs, poultry, seafood, and red meat, as well as a variety of plant-sourced protein foods, including beans, peas, lentils, legumes, nuts, seeds, and soy.
Do you think people emphasize 'animal sources' over 'whole foods', whole grains, and the warning against processed food, excess sodium, refined carbs, etc.? I heard some people are eating 6 eggs for breakfast and 2 whole chickens for lunch. I still see many people buying bacon, pasta - mostly made from refined wheat flour. I also see very few whole wheat breads in people's shopping cart.