Jan 13 • Ask + Share: Open Chat
The food pyramid we grew up with is outdated.
What we were taught growing up doesn’t match what modern nutrition science actually supports today. And that disconnect is a big reason so many people feel confused, inflamed, and stuck.
Here’s what actually changed in modern nutrition guidance:
• Protein is now prioritized at every meal. Not just for muscle but for blood sugar stability, metabolism, hormone support, and staying full.
• Full-fat, low-sugar dairy is back. The fear of fat was overblown. Added sugar is the real issue.
• Fruits and vegetables are emphasized in whole form. Not juices. Not powders as replacements. Real food for fiber, micronutrients, and gut health.
• Healthy fats come from whole foods. Meat, seafood, eggs, nuts, seeds, olives, avocados not industrial seed oils and additives.
• Whole grains matter.. refined carbs don’t. Carbs aren’t the enemy. Over-processing is.
• Ultra-processed foods are limited, not normalized. Less added sugar. Fewer artificial ingredients. Less chemical food.
• Portion needs are individualized. No one-size-fits-all charts. Your needs depend on your body, lifestyle, and activity.
• Hydration actually matters. Water and unsweetened beverages are foundational not an afterthought.
• Alcohol is no longer considered “neutral." Less is better for sleep, hormones, gut health, and recovery.
Bottom line: The shift wasn’t about eating less.. it was about eating food your body actually knows how to use.
A simple rule of thumb to remember “whole food." If it grew, walked, swam, or came from the ground.. it’s likely a whole food. If it needs a long ingredient list, a factory, or a marketing label to explain it.. pause.
Keep it simple. Build your meals around:
- a protein source
- plants or fiber
- a carb or fat source
- water
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The food pyramid we grew up with is outdated.
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