Dietary Guidelines Delayed: What's the Hold-Up?

The government's new food rules are running late. The shutdown messed things up, so now the plan is to release them in December. The big boss, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , wants to shake things up. He thinks the old rules are outdated and wants to push more meat and dairy. This isn't just about what's on your plate. These rules affect school lunches and food stamps. Big changes could mean big money moves in the food world. Some experts are worried. They say eating more saturated fat isn't good for your heart. But Kennedy and his team aren't listening. They think the old science is biased.The guidelines usually come out every five years. This time, Kennedy wanted them done by September. Then October. Now December. The shutdown slowed things down. But the rules must be finalized by the end of the year. Kennedy's plan is a big deal. It could change what millions of people eat. But not everyone is on board. Some say the new rules aren't based on good science. They think big food companies have too much influence. Kennedy says the old rules were messed up by industry interests. The guidelines are more than just advice. They shape what kids eat at school and what people buy with food stamps. So, these changes could have a big impact. But with the shutdown and all the debate, it's anyone's guess when the new rules will finally come out.