09/01/2026
Finally the food pyramid in the USA has been updated, now let’s pray Australia follows.
The hardest thing I’ve battled with since becoming a nutritionist was the redundant information taught in all universities and in nutrition courses and certifications because they have to met dietary guidelines.
In case you missed it the dietary guidelines for USA were updated yesterday for 2026-203O when they will be revised again, rather than leaving it over 25 years like in the past. Here is the direct link for the update:https://cdn.realfood.gov/DGA.pdf
Key takeaways are things I’ve preached for the last 10 years and stood by despite the out dated food pyramid because the facts don’t lie! Here is a summary:
- Focus on whole foods
- Protein with every meal
- Total protein calculated on body weight
- Calorie intake based on individual needs not to be generic
- Main intake for the day should be lean protein, vegetables and fruit
- limit refined carbs and focus on complex whole food sources (obviously this is for general population not athletes)
- Reduce and limit processed foods and alcohol
What’s your thoughts? 💭 I’ve popped a link to the new USA guidelines on my stories you to review.
