The federal government has released new dietary guidelines, introducing an emphasis on consuming meat and dairy and avoiding highly processed foods.

The Trump administration released new dietary guidelines on Wednesday, pushing Americans to prioritize protein and cut back on added sugars and processed foods.

The new recommendations drew mixed reactions from experts, who criticized the emphasis on meat and dairy while praising limits on ultraprocessed foods and added sugars.

The U.S. government has unveiled sweeping revisions to its Dietary Guidelines for Americans, emphasizing protein, whole foods, and healthy fats while strongly discouraging ultra-processed items and added sugars.

Every five years, the U.S. government releases an updated set of recommendations on healthy eating. This document, called the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, has served as the cornerstone of nutrition policy for almost half a century.

The MAHA movement claims wins — fewer processed foods and seed oils, more beef and dairy products — as Kennedy discards 421 pages of scientific recommendations.

Choice of protein can affect cholesterol management. Some foods that are high in protein can also raise cholesterol levels, such as red meat. Look for proteins that help support cholesterol management,