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Expert explains major changes to the food pyramid under Trump administration

Dr. Renee Exelbert, a licensed psychologist, joined News 12 to explain the differences between the old pyramid and the new one.

News 12 Staff

Jan 9, 2026, 7:36 AM

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The Trump administration has introduced major changes to the food pyramid, the visual guide showing which foods to eat more often and which to limit.

Dr. Renee Exelbert, a licensed psychologist, joined News 12 to explain the differences between the old pyramid and the new one.

She discussed why the changes were made after decades of using the previous guide, how the update aims to reduce refined foods, and whether it could improve the health trajectory for millions of Americans.

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