Digging Into the New Dietary Guidelines for Americans

USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. have officially released the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025-2030, marking a significant reset of federal nutrition policy.

According to USDA, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025-2030 reestablish food — not pharmaceuticals — as the foundation of health and reclaim the food pyramid as a tool for nourishment and education.

The updated Dietary Guidelines emphasize the following:

• Prioritize protein at every meal
• Consume full-fat dairy with no added sugars
• Eat vegetables and fruits throughout the day, focusing on whole forms
• Incorporate healthy fats from whole foods such as meats, seafood, eggs, nuts, seeds, olives, and avocados
• Focus on whole grains, while sharply reducing refined carbohydrates
• Limit highly processed foods, added sugars, and artificial additives
• Eat the right amount for you, based on age, sex, size, and activity level
• Choose water and unsweetened beverages to support hydration
• Limit alcohol consumption for better overall health

Click here to read the fact sheet on the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025-2030.

In response to the updated Dietary Guidelines, USApple Association President and CEO Jim Bair released a statement.

It reads as follows: “USApple is pleased to see a simple core message in the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines that emphasizes eating fruits and vegetables, in all forms, throughout the day. The Guidelines recommend that Americans eat two servings of fruit and three servings of vegetables each day, yet only about one in ten of us is meeting that goal. Apples make it easier — they’re a great source of antioxidants and fiber, and their low glycemic load helps prevent blood sugar spikes. Plus, they’re portable for busy lifestyles. The Dietary Guidelines may evolve, but they continue to reaffirm a simple truth: Americans need to eat more fruits and vegetables. We look forward to seeing that message shared widely.”

Similarly, the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) appreciates the continued recognition of fruits and vegetables as central to healthy dietary patterns and the Administration’s focus on reversing diet-related chronic disease.

“Today’s Dietary Guidelines reinforce the critical role fruits and vegetables play in overall health,” IFPA VP of Nutrition and Health Mollie Van Lieu says. “Scientific evidence consistently shows that fruits and vegetables should make up the majority of what people eat. The Administration’s focus on whole foods is an opportunity to increase fruit and vegetable intake, as they are the most nutrient-dense foods available.”

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