Robert F. Kennedy Jr.: «We are spending as much on mitochondrial disorders like diabetes as we are on our military budget. We can’t continue to exist like this.
And the problem is that the industry makes money by keeping us sick. As Jay pointed out, ADHD is associated with all these behavioral disorders. But those disorders aren’t treated by changing our diet — they’re treated with medications for our children. And they get medicated and medicated, and that’s the only solution. And, you know, I would point out that part of the etiology of these diseases involves a kind of media malpractice. A media-induced psychosis that prevents our media from talking about this.
And one possible reason for that is the amount of money coming from pharmaceutical companies into our media, and from food companies through advertising. Advertising plays at least some role in this. So that extraordinary source of revenue inhibits their ability or willingness to be skeptical and think critically. As a result, Americans don’t know what they’re eating, and they don’t know the implications of it.»
On April 22, 2025, U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a plan to phase out eight synthetic food dyes derived from petroleum by the end of 2026. This measure is part of the «Make America Healthy Again» initiative and responds to concerns about the potential adverse effects of these additives on health, especially in children.
The dyes affected include Red 3 and 40, Blue 1 and 2, Yellow 5 and 6, Green 3, as well as Citrus Red No. 2 and Orange B. These are commonly found in products such as cereals, candies, beverages, baked goods, and snacks. Although the FDA has not established a definitive causal link between these dyes and health issues, studies have suggested associations with hyperactivity, behavioral disorders, and potential cancer risks.
The initiative also includes the expedited approval of natural alternatives, such as turmeric and beet extracts, and collaborations with the National Institutes of Health to study the impact of food additives on children’s health.
This federal decision follows similar actions at the state level, such as West Virginia’s ban on several synthetic dyes and preservatives, citing concerns over child health and obesity.
The removal of these dyes will be implemented gradually through the end of 2026.
