The USA has declared a "revolution" in nutrition, opening new opportunities for KR

On January 7, 2026, in the USA, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins presented the updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans for 2025–2030. These guidelines mark a drastic shift in the approach to nutrition, effectively rejecting the conventional beliefs about the benefits of carbohydrates. The new approach emphasizes the quality of nutrients, prioritizing high-quality animal proteins such as meat, fish, and eggs, in contrast to traditional carbohydrates like grains and pasta. This "Great Reset" could become not only an important medical step but also a significant economic signal for Kyrgyzstan, which has the potential to export organic meat and natural dairy products.

One of the key changes was the complete overhaul of the classic food pyramid: proteins and healthy fats are now at the top, replacing carbohydrates. The recommended protein intake has nearly doubled — to 1.2–1.6 grams per kilogram of body weight, which is necessary to prevent age-related muscle mass degradation. An important milestone was also the end of the long-standing battle against saturated fats: whole milk, butter, and red meat are now included in the diet without the previous strict limitations. Ultra-processed foods made with emulsifiers and soy isolates have been declared "enemy number one."

The new guidelines also focus on the formation of a "Healthy Generation." A "zero tolerance" policy for added sugars and artificial sweeteners has been introduced for children under 4 years old, and any fruit juices and sugary soft drinks have been excluded from the diets of minors. As an alternative, drinking water and whole milk are recommended, which is recognized as important for the full development of a child's brain alongside animal fats.

These changes in global dietary recommendations create a unique opportunity for Kyrgyzstan. While the global industry is gearing up to combat added sugars and chemical additives, the country's Ministry of Agriculture can reconsider its food safety strategies. If global trends are indeed turning towards "real food," traditional livestock farming in Kyrgyzstan could become not only a sector for domestic consumption but also an important export direction capable of supplying the global market with high-quality animal protein free from chemical additives and GMOs.