RFK Jr criticized for questioning safety of high-sugar Dunkin', Starbucks drinks
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Key Points:
- Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. sparked controversy by questioning the safety of high-sugar iced coffee drinks from Dunkin’ and Starbucks, specifically highlighting the 115 grams of sugar in some beverages.
- Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey defended Dunkin’, a cultural staple in the state, amid online backlash, with some users supporting her stance and others urging promotion of healthier food standards.
- Kennedy’s comments align with his broader push to reform the "Generally Recognized As Safe" (GRAS) food ingredient approval system, aiming to require companies like Dunkin’ and Starbucks to provide safety data for their products.
- The Department of Health and Human Services has not yet responded to inquiries about potential regulatory actions against sugary beverages, and neither Dunkin
