Office Hours: Answering Your Questions on the New Dietary Guidelines

The podcast addresses the new U.S. dietary guidelines, highlighting the shift towards acknowledging the harm of highly processed foods and the importance of protein intake for optimal health, especially for women, pregnant women, and older adults. It emphasizes that food quality matters more than calorie counting and that personalization is key, as there is no one-size-fits-all nutrition advice. Dr. Hyman points out the end of the low-fat era, with the inclusion of full-fat dairy and a retreat from the fear around saturated fat, while noting that saturated fat should not be consumed with starch and sugar. He also answers common questions about protein recommendations, the necessity of whole grains, and how the guidelines apply to kids and families, advocating for real, whole foods and reducing ultra-processed foods.