The Fox News Rundown Evening Edition: FDA Says The New Food Pyramid Will Save You Money
Feb 26, 2026
Kyle Diamantis, Deputy Commissioner for Human Foods at the FDA and seasoned food-policy attorney, discusses the new inverted food pyramid and the 'eat real food' campaign. He explains why the guidelines could lower grocery bills. He outlines planned shifts to SNAP, WIC, school meals, and efforts to curb food dyes and ultra-processed items.
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Inverted Pyramid Prioritizes Real Food
- The new federal dietary guidelines flip the pyramid to prioritize real foods like meats, dairy, fruits, vegetables and minimize ultra-processed products.
- Kyle Diamantis says this diet is affordable, saves money short-term versus eating out, and could cut long-term chronic disease healthcare costs.
Cook Proteins And Veggies At Home To Save
- Cook whole protein, fruits, and vegetables at home rather than eating at restaurants or fast food to lower family food costs.
- Diamantis compares a homemade family meal to pricier restaurant or fast-food options as the savings mechanism.
Voluntary Guidelines Will Shape Federal Food Programs
- The dietary guidelines are voluntary but will inform regulations for federal programs like school lunch, SNAP, WIC, and Head Start over time.
- Diamantis says those program standards will be revised through regulatory changes to align purchases with the guidelines.