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Unfortunately, science-based guidelines sometimes get skewed in translation. The current U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) could be described as “plant-based,” yet they’re sometimes blamed for poor eating habits. These guidelines go through a thorough review process every five years and are science-based. The DGA recommends limiting saturated fat, sugars, and sodium. Beans, lentils, nuts, and seeds are part of the protein foods group. They include dairy and protein foods but emphasize vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and healthy fats.

However, sometimes, small bits of science-based information are used to market foods that may not really be worthy. “Plant-based” is another unregulated front of package label claim. You may see this term used offering the product a “health halo” or suggesting superiority over meat-based foods. For instance, we can say that potato chips and gummy bears are “plant-based,” but this doesn’t mean we should include them as part of our regular dietary plan. But that won’t stop a food company from marketing those types of products to make them appear like a better choice. Read labels closely and think about what the food really is.

The term plant-based is sometimes used as a marketing term. In some cases, the term is made synonymous with vegan. When I refer to plant-based eating, I’m referring to adding more plant-based whole foods (grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts, legumes, and beans) to your plate, not eliminating all meat products.