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Kennedy's Bold Plan to Ban Artificial Food Colorings

5/8/2025

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. aims to eliminate artificial food colorings in the U.S. by 2026, sparking a wave of reactions from the food industry. While some brands pledge to comply, uncertainty lingers over the timeline. Critics warn that funding cuts to health agencies could jeopardize Kennedy's "Make America Healthy Again" initiative, intensifying worries about chronic disease care.

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. aims to eliminate artificial food colorings in the U.S. by 2026, sparking a wave of reactions from the food industry. While some brands pledge to comply, uncertainty lingers over the timeline. Critics warn that funding cuts to health agencies could jeopardize Kennedy's "Make America Healthy Again" initiative, intensifying worries about chronic disease care.