Stop Eating Like It’s 1992: The New Food Pyramid Explained
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In this episode of Healthy California, I, a physical therapist and functional nutritionist, take us back to 1992 and the original USDA food pyramid that shaped how generations learned to eat. With today's understanding of inflammation, insulin resistance, chronic pain, mental health, and healing, I explain why that carb-heavy model failed our bodies and contributed to today's chronic disease epidemic. I break down the newly released 2026 food pyramid from the USDA and Health & Human Services, highlighting its flipped structure that prioritizes protein, healthy fats, full-fat…
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