Is RFK Jr. coming for your Dunkin’?
The Boston Globe • • business
Key Points:
- White House health official Kennedy has signaled potential restrictions on sugary beverages at chains like Dunkin’, though the administration has not confirmed specific regulatory actions yet.
- The administration is reviewing a proposal to tighten the approval process for food ingredients under the “Generally Recognized As Safe” (GRAS) category, which currently includes many refined carbohydrates and sweeteners found in ultra-processed foods.
- A petition by former FDA commissioner David Kessler urges the FDA to revoke the safe status of refined carbohydrates and sweeteners, potentially requiring companies to reapply for approval, which could significantly impact the food industry.
- Experts note that while legally possible, imposing limits on sugar or sweeteners would require substantial regulatory effort and face strong industry resistance, making
