RFK Jr. called for the removal of artificial dyes from food companies - Bloomberg

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has called on leading food companies to remove artificial dyes from their products. In a meeting held on Monday, Kennedy met with senior executives from Kraft Heinz Co., General Mills Inc., and other food companies, urging them to take action before his term ends.

Details of the meeting were included in a letter from the Consumer Brands Association (CBA) obtained by Bloomberg News. The letter stated that Kennedy expects a "real and transformative" change with the elimination of the most harmful ingredients in the food industry.

In the letter written by CBA CEO Melissa Hockstad, Kennedy's determination was emphasized. It was clearly stated that Kennedy plans to take action if the industry does not proactively address this issue.

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