Not sure what to make of the new food pyramid? Here are answers to common questions.

Over the past few months, talk about the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans has been making waves. News stories are zeroing in on protein, questioning older advice about fat and introducing a redesigned food pyramid. And with what seems like so many changes, many people are confused about what’s being recommended.

Click here for some common questions about these new guidelines, along with brief explanations of what’s new and what’s similar to past advice.