In his first meeting with leaders from major companies like PepsiCo and General Mills, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the new health secretary, made a clear statement. He wants to eliminate artificial dyes from our food supply. This issue is a top priority for the Trump administration.
Kennedy expressed a strong desire to cleanse our food system of unnecessary additives. During the meeting, he made it known that companies should prepare for significant changes. He emphasized the need to “get the worst ingredients out” of food products. According to a letter from the Consumer Brands Association, Kennedy is looking for proactive solutions from the industry.
Melissa Hockstad, president of the association, highlighted that the time for decisions is urgent. She noted Kennedy’s determination to act if companies do not take initiative themselves.
Later on the same day, Kennedy issued a directive that could reshape food safety policies nationwide. He instructed the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to revisit a long-standing practice that allowed companies to declare new food ingredients safe without regulatory review. This policy, known as GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe), was originally meant for basic ingredients like salt and vinegar. Over time, it has expanded to include a wide range of additives, both natural and synthetic.
Kennedy’s focus on health and safety could lead to significant changes in how food is produced and labeled in the U.S. It seems the food industry is at a turning point, and companies will have to adapt quickly to keep up with the new expectations for healthier products.
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