Dr. David Kessler, a former FDA Commissioner, and HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have joined forces to combat the widespread consumption of ultra-processed foods in the United States. Their criticism centers on the fact that these foods, which can contain between 4,000 to 10,000 ingredients, contribute significantly to the health crises faced by many Americans, with individuals obtaining half of their caloric intake from these unhealthy products. They argue that the existing 1958 law, known as the 'Generally Recognized as Safe' (GRAS) designation, permits food manufacturers to evaluate their own products' safety, leading to a self-regulation model that poses significant risks to public health.