U.S. Dietary Guidelines prioritize plant-based protein over meat for first time

The U.S. Departments of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Department of Agriculture (USDA) are currently reviewing a proposed update to the 2025 Dietary Guidelines that would shift the focus to plant-based proteins, a significant shift from traditional recommendations.

The Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee held its seventh and final meeting on October 21, 2024, where it presented a preliminary plan to prioritize plant protein sources over animal protein sources. The meeting, hosted by the National Institutes of Health, is part of a larger effort to revise the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which are updated every five years.

Key among the proposed reforms is the restructuring of the "protein foods" category, which has traditionally prioritized meat, eggs, poultry and seafood. Under the new guidance, plant-based foods such as nuts, seeds and soy products will be moved to the top of the list.


Emphasis on plant proteins.

The proposed changes reflect evidence gathered from a series of systematic reviews on diet and health. During the committee's scientific presentation session, Tufts University President Sarah Booth explained that research points to similar health benefits in several dietary patterns that emphasize plant-based foods, such as the Healthy Vegetarian, Healthy American Style (HUSS) and Healthy Mediterranean patterns.

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