What the New Food Pyramid Really Means for How You Eat
Thu Feb 05 2026
A practical discussion on the updated food pyramid, focusing on protein, food quality, digestion, and sustainable nutrition choices.
In this episode, we continue our conversation on the updated food pyramid and what it really means for everyday eating. Joined by co-host Dr. Andrew Petersen and nutrition coach Renata Esteves, we explore protein needs, plant diversity, food quality, digestion, and why preparation matters just as much as what you eat. Rather than promoting extremes, this discussion focuses on realistic, sustainable steps that support gut health, muscle strength, and long-term vitality.
Renata Esteves is an integrative nutrition health coach and national board-certified practitioner at Forum Health. She takes a holistic, whole-person approach to care—addressing not only diet, but also lifestyle factors such as sleep, stress, movement, mindset, and daily habits. Renata works closely with physicians to help patients implement sustainable changes, offering education, accountability, and support that bridge the gap between medical recommendations and real-life healing.
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A practical discussion on the updated food pyramid, focusing on protein, food quality, digestion, and sustainable nutrition choices. In this episode, we continue our conversation on the updated food pyramid and what it really means for everyday eating. Joined by co-host Dr. Andrew Petersen and nutrition coach Renata Esteves, we explore protein needs, plant diversity, food quality, digestion, and why preparation matters just as much as what you eat. Rather than promoting extremes, this discussion focuses on realistic, sustainable steps that support gut health, muscle strength, and long-term vitality. Renata Esteves is an integrative nutrition health coach and national board-certified practitioner at Forum Health. She takes a holistic, whole-person approach to care—addressing not only diet, but also lifestyle factors such as sleep, stress, movement, mindset, and daily habits. Renata works closely with physicians to help patients implement sustainable changes, offering education, accountability, and support that bridge the gap between medical recommendations and real-life healing. Forum Health Find us at: Website: https://forumhealth.com/ Clinic Locator: https://forumhealth.com/clinics/ Follow us on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forumhealthco/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forum_health/ PODCAST Thank you for listening. Please subscribe and share. This podcast is produced by DrTalks.com https://drtalks.com/podcast-service/