Statement on the Trump Administration’s New Dietary Guidelines for Americans

By SBE Council at 7 January, 2026, 5:41 pm

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Washington, D.C. – In response to the Trump Administration’s unveiling of the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council (SBE Council) President & CEO Karen Kerrigan issued the following statement:

“The new dietary guidelines unveiled by the Trump Administration provide timely and valuable guidance to the millions of Americans who resolved to prioritize their health and wellness in 2026 and the millions of others who are on the journey to improved health through lifestyle changes. The simple message to ‘eat real foods’ along with straightforward and flexible guidance will save and improve lives. The impact on the health and wellbeing of young people in terms of promoting nutrient-dense foods will be transformative for the children who regularly consume whole foods and continue to do so into adulthood. Combined with educational efforts focused on the importance of regular movement and exercise, positive social engagement, and productive rest, the outcomes for our economy, society and our healthcare system could be powerful.  SBE Council remains excited about engaging our members and the nation’s entrepreneurs in efforts to Make America Healthy Again, as small business owners greatly benefit from a healthy and engaged workforce. Moreover, many entrepreneurs across America run small businesses in the food, health, wellness, and fitness space and work hard every day to activate and sustain lifestyle changes that will lead to healthier and happier lives in their local communities.”

Karen Kerrigan is President & CEO of SBE Council, a Certified Health and Wellness Coach and also Chairs the Health and Wellness Committee of the Vienna Business Association.

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CONTACT: Karen Kerrigan, kkerrigan@sbecouncil.org

SBE Council is a nonpartisan advocacy, research and education organization dedicated to protecting small business and promoting entrepreneurship. For more than 30 years, SBE Council has advanced a range of private sector and public policy initiatives to strengthen the ecosystem for strong startup activity and small business growth.

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