The federal government has released new dietary guidelines, introducing an emphasis on consuming meat and dairy and avoiding highly processed foods.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on Wednesday introduced a revised food pyramid that places greater emphasis on whole foods, reduced sugar intake, hydration, and physical activity, marking a shift from the previous MyPlate model as federal officials seek to address rising obesity and chronic disease rates.

Sweeping changes prioritize protein and fats over processed carbs, challenging decades of dietary dogma and setting the stage for a major public health debate.

Trump's White House rolled out a revamped food pyramid on Wednesday to coincide with HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy's call for Americans to "eat real food."

Shares in giant food companies such as Kraft Heinz and PepsiCo lost ground Wednesday as top officials in the Trump administration criticized ultraprocessed foods and sugary drinks while releasing new dietary guidelines.

The Trump administration has released updated U.S. dietary guidelines. These recommendations advise Americans to increase protein and full-fat dairy intake while reducing processed foods and sugars. NBC News’ Aria Bendix explains the changes in the new dietary guidelines.