The new federal dietary guidelines are bad for kids and need revision

By: Jodi Gruhn

Outlets: Minnesota Reformer

Published: February 17, 2026

Words: 734

Last Updated: 1 week, 1 day ago

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As the mother of a middle school and a high school student and a certified nutrition and cooking instructor who works in partnership with food service leaders in Minnesota school districts to strengthen their nutrition programs, I am discouraged by the recently released 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

Don’t get me wrong. I was happy to see an emphasis on fruits, vegetables, whole foods and water consumption — and the suggestions to …

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