Sugarproof

I had the opportunity to serve as a scientific adviser for the newest U.S. Dietary Guidelines and to help evaluate where the evidence is strongest when it comes to diet and chronic disease risk.

In this article for The Conversation, I break down what the science consistently shows — and why simple shifts like reducing highly processed foods, cutting back on sweetened beverages, and increasing whole grains can have a meaningful impact on health.
If the guidelines left you feeling confused, this piece is meant to bring clarity.

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The biggest evidence signals in the new Dietary Guidelines weren’t about protein, saturated fat, beef or dairy — they were about highly processed foods, sugary beverages, and whole grains.
These are common-ground issues with measurable effects and broad benefits.
They’re also highly actionable at both policy level (school meals, WIC/SNAP, procurement) and household level (kitchen swaps + small shifts).
Small shifts. Big impact.

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