7 High-Protein Foods Highlighted in the New U.S. Dietary Guidelines

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services just released a new, inverted food pyramid that is easily “the most significant reset of federal nutrition policy in decades”. Replacing the previous MyPlate guidelines, the new pyramid puts a firm focus on real, whole foods, with protein, dairy, healthy fats, vegetables, and fruits at the “top” and whole grains right at the bottom.

“These Guidelines return us to the basics,” says Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. “American households must prioritize whole, nutrient-dense foods—protein, dairy, vegetables, fruits, healthy fats, and whole grains—and dramatically reduce highly processed foods.”  The new guidelines prioritize protein at every meal—here are seven high-protein foods highlighted in the new guidelines.

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