Kessler Warns Ultraprocessed Foods Harm Human Biology
A growing concern among Americans, spanning the political spectrum, centers on the health impacts of ultraprocessed foods. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and former FDA commissioner Dr. David Kessler are uniting to address this issue, pointing to the “generally recognized as safe” (GRAS) classification as a loophole allowing the widespread use of unexamined ingredients in these foods. This has contributed to ultraprocessed items making up a significant portion of the American diet, leading to a surge in chronic diseases. Both men are advocating for greater transparency and accountability from the food industry.