The revamped food pyramid faces scrutiny, as USDA's National Nutrition Advisor Dr. Ben Carson says Americans don’t need to eat meat to stay healthy.

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.

The Trump administration is “turning the food pyramid upside down” with new guidelines for feeding programs that will emphasize eating plenty of protein and healthy fats — while discouraging the consumption of highly processed foods and refined carbohydrates,