# The new food pyramid: progress or paradox?

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Podcast: [Nutrition Diva](https://stenobird.com/podcast/nutrition-diva-509867)
Published: 2026-05-27T09:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

865. The USDA unveiled the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, and the "Inverted Pyramid" has been sparking a lot of discussion. After a decade of MyPlate, why is the government returning to a pyramid visual—and why is it upside down? In this episode, Monica breaks down the major shifts in the new US guidance, including: The protein pivot: Why protein is taking center stage and what it means for your health. The plant-based omission: Why beans and legumes were left out of the new visuals despite the scientific evidence. The global gap: How the new US pyramid compares to the UK’s Eatwell Guide and Canada’s food plate. AHA vs. USDA: Why the American Heart Association is issuing its own "course correction" on salt and saturated fat. This episode will help you navigate these changes without losing sight of common-sense nutrition. Nutrition Diva is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast, hosted by Monica Reinagel. New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best episodes curated by our team and Monica herself!  We've also curated some great playlists on specific episode topics including Staying Strong as We Age , Diabetes , Weight Loss That Lasts and Gut Health ! Also, find a playlist of our bone health series, Stronger Bones at Every Age .  Have a question for Nutrition Diva? Email: nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com Find Monica at wellnessworkshere.com Discover more from Nutrition Diva: Facebook   LinkedIn Newsletter Transcripts available at QuickandDirtyTips.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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