Your Questions on New Dietary Guidelines, Answered

New food pyramid from the USDA released in early 2026.
Image courtesy of USDA

Our own Michelle King Rimer, MPH, MS, RDN, LDN, faculty member at the Zilber College of Public Health, was featured on Wisconsin Public Radio to help make sense of the newly released federal dietary guidelines.

With the updated guidance shifting the focus to protein, healthy fats, and vegetables, Michelle shared her expertise as a Wisconsin nutritionist and educator—answering listener questions and breaking down what these changes really mean for everyday eating.

We’re proud to see Zilber faculty bringing evidence-based public health expertise to important conversations that impact families and communities across Wisconsin.

Listen to the interview.