On Wednesday, the Department of Health and Human Services released an updated version of dietary guidelines and a new food pyramid.

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 nutrition guidance announced by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., introduces an inverted food pyramid prioritizing protein, dairy, and vegetables over processed foods and added sugars.

The Trump administration released new nutritional guidelines, introducing a new inverted food pyramid that prioritizes red meat and full-fat dairy. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. called the new guidelines the “most significant reset of federal nutrition policy in history.

The U.S. Health Department has released a new inverted food pyramid along with nutrition guidelines for 2026, replacing the traditional food pyramid many Americans studied in school.

According to Bryan Johnson, the new food pyramid is beneficial for children but requires a few changes to be as helpful for adults.

The new food pyramid emphasizes protein at every meal and full-fat dairy. Dietitians share their reactions and simple tips for healthy eating.