The newest nutrition recommendations have recently been launched. In my opinion is not too different than "MyPlate" (which was released in 2011). But there are some shifts that are worth mentioning. And there are some nuances that athletes should be mindful of.

The biggest shift is how we think about  health (and in our case, performance). Rather than focusing narrowly on calories or single macronutrients, the guidelines now emphasize diet quality, food patterns, and lifestyle behaviors that support long-term health.

At their core, the new recommendations encourage:

• Eating more whole, minimally processed foods

• Reducing ultra-processed foods

• Prioritizing plant diversity

• Paying closer attention to hydration, sleep, and overall lifestyle factors

I will add that sports dietitians have been preaching these important pillars of health for years. But I guess it's nice to have it illustrated in an upside down pyramid?? The shift also acknowledges what research has ...