An illustration shows various food groups displayed in an inverted pyramid. On the bottom, at the tip of the triangle, are illustrations of whole grains like bread and oats with typed text reading "Whole grains." Above that, are fruits, nuts, beans, butter, and towards the top, are olive oil, cheese, meat, and vegetables. Text at  the top left of the wide end of the triangle reads "Protein, dairy & healthy fats." Typed text at the top right of the triangle reads, "Vegetables & fruits"

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In January, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. released new dietary guidelines calling for a significant reset in nutrition policy and “an end to the war on saturated fat.” The guidelines come with a new food pyramid that emphasizes red meat, full-fat dairy and fats. In this episode, NPR health correspondent Allison Aubrey unpacks the new guidelines and offers tried-and-true nutrition advice from the experts.

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