The new 2026 Dietary Guidelines for Americans have officially been released, and we’ve summarized what you need to know in one clear, science-based overview. The updated Guidelines emphasize eating whole, minimally processed foods and encourage flexible, realistic eating patterns that can fit individual tastes, cultural traditions, and budgets. The focus remains on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, protein foods, and healthy fats, while continuing to recommend limiting added sugars, sodium, and excess saturated fat. We support evidence-based nutrition guidance and are actively developing new tools and materials to help educators translate this science into practical, everyday education. 
👉 Read our summary here: https://www.foodandhealth.com/blog-free/the-new-2026-dietary-guidelines-are-here