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Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., announcing a sweeping overhaul of U.S. nutrition guidelines under the Trump administration. Kennedy said the updated guidance moves away from the carbohydrate-heavy food pyramid and instead emphasizes protein, healthy fats and whole grains. He framed the shift as part of his "Make America Healthy Again" agenda, arguing that ultra-processed foods pose a threat to children’s health, the economy and national security. Kennedy also cited collaboration with the American Medical Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics on the new guidelines. (The Los Angeles Times)
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