Episode 8: “What’s New in the Dietary Guidelines?”

Release Date: Friday, January 9, 2026

In today’s episode of News Report with Aidan, Aidan explains the newly updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans — the science‑based advice that helps families, schools, and communities make healthy food choices. Updated every five years, these guidelines highlight the importance of eating more whole foods, choosing less added sugar, and limiting highly processed snacks.

This episode helps young listeners understand how food affects energy, learning, growth, and overall health. It encourages kids to think about what fuels their bodies and how small choices can make a big difference.

What Kids Will Learn

What the Dietary Guidelines are and why they’re updated

Why whole foods like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains matter

Why added sugar should be limited

What “highly processed foods” are

How healthy proteins and healthy fats support growing bodies

Episode Summary for Young Listeners

The Dietary Guidelines are updated every five years

They help families and schools make healthy food choices

Eat more whole foods like fruits, veggies, and whole grains

Limit added sugar and highly processed foods

Choose healthy proteins and healthy fats to stay strong and energized