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Trump Administration to Revamp Dietary Guidelines by 2026

12/30/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration will propose dietary guidelines in January 2026 to tackle obesity.
FDA Deputy Commissioner Kyle Diamantas said reforms will simplify guidelines and emphasize whole foods.
The recommendations will target highly processed foods and petroleum-based dyes.
The FDA plans to increase transparency in ingredient safety standards.
Diamantas noted that 70% of Americans are overweight or obese, and many youths are unfit for military service.

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration will propose dietary guidelines in January 2026 to tackle obesity.
FDA Deputy Commissioner Kyle Diamantas said reforms will simplify guidelines and emphasize whole foods.
The recommendations will target highly processed foods and petroleum-based dyes.
The FDA plans to increase transparency in ingredient safety standards.
Diamantas noted that 70% of Americans are overweight or obese, and many youths are unfit for military service.