RFK Jr. Blames GRAS Loophole for Ultraprocessed Foods, Calls for FDA Overhaul
60 Minutes reports RFK Jr. claims the FDA's GRAS exemption lets food manufacturers certify ingredients as safe without full government review, fueling a surge in ultraprocessed foods and potential health problems. He advocates revoking GRAS status for problematic refined carbohydrates unless proven safe, while experts warn about obesity and cardiometabolic disease. The piece also discusses subsidies shaping the food system and notes a related lawsuit against several manufacturers.