Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s candidacy has brought renewed focus to the health risks posed by processed foods. A recent congressional hearing addressed the alarming rise in obesity rates, especially among children, and the potential dangers of food dyes like Red 40.
Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has brought renewed attention to the growing concerns over processed foods and their impact on public health. Lawmakers expressed alarm over the rising obesity rates in the United States, with data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) revealing that in 23 states, more than one in three adults is living with obesity.
This marks a significant increase since 2013 when no state had an adult obesity prevalence at or above 35%. The hearing also highlighted the issue of childhood obesity, with 12 million children in the U.S. struggling with the condition. There is concern regarding synthetic food dyes like Red 40, which are derived from petroleum, and are commonly used in products like candy and soft drinks. 'So, I wanna ask you about Red No. 3 and Red No. 40, both of you. And get your comments on this—it’s not a conservative or a liberal standpoint. I think we all need to understand as a group about how we’ve gotten to this point. The FDA has a position that food coloring like 40 are safe for a kid’s ingestion. Do both of you stand behind that Dr. Califf?’ Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) said during the hearing. Jim Jones, the FDA's deputy commissioner for human foods responded to Tuberville that the FDA has not reviewed the safety of Red 40 in over a decade. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., poised to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, has outlined plans to address the issue of ultra-processed foods. As Secretary, Kennedy will oversee the FDA and play a significant role in shaping dietary guidelines for Americans. He intends to advise against the consumption of ultra-processed foods and plans t
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