New US food pyramid recommends very high protein diet, beef tallow as healthy fat option, and full-fat dairy

Illustration of the New Pyramid, featuring drawings of meat, dairy, oils and butter, vegetables and fruit, and whole grains.

The U.S. government has officially resurrected the food pyramid — and flipped it on its head.

The new food chart emphasizes meats, dairy and what it calls "healthy fats," as well as fruits and vegetables. It accompanies new nutrition guidance that upholds some well-established diet recommendations while breaking with others.