What changed in tone this time?

For the first time, the official guidance is to avoid highly processed food.

Where do healthy fats come from?

The guidelines point to whole foods such as eggs, seafood, meat, full-fat dairy, nuts, seeds, olives and avocados.

Is the sugar in fruit a problem?

No. Added sugars are not recommended, but natural sugar in whole fruit and plain dairy is fine.

New on the blog: The New Dietary Guidelines: Eat Real Food and Avoid Highly Processed Food

Name: New on the blog: The New Dietary Guidelines: Eat Real Food and Avoid Highly Processed Food
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October 30, 2026 · 0:11

New on the blog The new Dietary Guidelines, explained Eat real food, skip highly processed

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