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Hindustan Times
23-05-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
RFK Jr.'s 69-page 'Making America Healthy Again' report released: 4 key takeaways
HHS Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has revealed the 69-page "Making America Healthy Again" report, which talks about the health scenario of the United States. The report gives key focus towards the health of children in the country among other issues. For starters, this report about America's health is in line with Donald Trump's executive order, which requests the Commission led by Robert F. Kennedy to America Healthy Again" to submit a Make Our Children Healthy Again Assessment. According to the report, the primary aim of this initiative is to "presents the starkreality of American children's declining health, backed by compelling data and long-term trends." The "Making America Healthy Again" report claims that chronic disease in children is increasing each passing day. The report says, "The American food system is safe but could be healthier. Most American children's diets are dominated by ultra-processed foods (UPFs) high in added sugars, chemical additives, and saturated fats, while lacking sufficient intakes of fruits and vegetables." ALSO READ | Why are more American children falling sick? RFK Jr's MAHA report has this to say This, as the report suggests, is one of the major drivers toward children in America falling sick in recent years. The report suggests that American children are highly medicated, which is turning into a recurring problem over the years. "The health system has aggressively responded to these increases in childhood chronic disease with increasing rates of pharmaceutical drug prescriptions, which may cause further harm to the health of American children when used inappropriately," the report reads. The MAHA report alleges that corporate influence has emerged as one of the key reasons for America's emerging health crisis, especially in children. "Some industry leaders have engaged in promoting ghostwriting and sponsored reviews to influence the scientific literature. Notably, this ghostwriting strategy mirrors tactics used by the tobacco industry to distort scientific consensus," the MAHA report claims. As per the report, aerobic fitness among US children has declined steadily. Even in the case of daily physical activity recommendations, "more than 70% of children aged 6-17 (rising to 85% in teens) did not meet the 2024 federal minimum recommendation of daily moderate-to-vigorous physical activity," according to the Commission's report.
Winnipeg Free Press
13-05-2025
- Health
- Winnipeg Free Press
FDA and RFK Jr. aim to remove fluoride supplements used to protect kids' teeth
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. health regulators announced plans Tuesday to phase out fluoride-containing supplements sometimes used to strengthen children's teeth, opening a new front in Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s effort against a mainstay of dental care. The Food and Drug Administration said it will conduct a scientific review of the products by late October with the aim of removing them from the market. It was not immediately clear whether the agency planned to formally ban the supplements or simply request that companies withdraw them. The products targeted by the FDA are sometimes recommended for children and teens who are at increased risk of tooth decay or cavities because of low fluoride in their local drinking water. They usually require a prescription from a pediatrician or dentist. Fluoride-based tablets and lozenges are designed to be chewed or swallowed. Companies also sell drops for babies and infants. FDA Commissioner Marty Makary said the products pose a risk when swallowed by children because they may interfere with healthy gut bacteria that are critical to digestion, immunity and other key bodily functions. He also referenced studies showing possible associations between excess fluoride intake and other problems, including decreased IQ. Previous reviews by public health experts and dental professionals have not shown any serious health risks with the products. As state and local governments begin removing fluoride from their water, the need for supplemental fluoride is expected to grow. Officials in Utah — the first U.S. state to ban fluoride from drinking water — recently made fluoride supplements available without a prescription. Fluoride strengthens teeth and reduces cavities by replacing minerals lost during normal wear and tear, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In 1962, the agency set guidelines for how much should be added to water. Kennedy, a former environmental lawyer, has called fluoride a 'dangerous neurotoxin' tied to a range of health dangers. Last month, he announced a task force to scrutinize fluoride's use, while at the same time saying he would order the CDC to stop recommending it. A report last year by the federal government's National Toxicology Program concluded that drinking water with more than twice the CDC's recommended level was associated with lower IQs in kids. The study was based on research conducted in Canada, China, India, Iran, Pakistan and Mexico. 'Ending the use of ingestible fluoride is long overdue,' Kennedy said in a statement Tuesday. 'This decision brings us one step closer to delivering on President Trump's promise to Make America Healthy Again.' An influential government health panel recommends fluoride supplements for children between the ages of six months and 5 years if they live in areas with low fluoridation levels. The U.S. Preventative Services Task Forces judged the recommendation to have 'high certainty' of benefit, based on the available evidence. A 2010 paper from the American Dental Association recommended supplemental fluoride for children up to 16 years old who are at high risk of cavities. The recommendation was based on a review of studies across different age groups. The most common side effect associated with the products is spotting or discoloration of the teeth, caused by extra fluoride. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. The FDA regulates most dental products, including fluoride-containing toothpastes, supplements, mouthwashes and rinses. In recent weeks those products have increasingly been targeted with lawsuits and legal actions. Last week, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced an investigation into the marketing of fluoride toothpastes by Colgate-Palmolive and Proctor and Gamble. A press release from his office described the companies' promotions as 'misleading, deceptive and dangerous.' ___ The Associated Press Health and Science Department receives support from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute's Science and Educational Media Group and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. The AP is solely responsible for all content.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
FDA and RFK Jr. aim to remove fluoride supplements used to protect kids' teeth
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. health regulators announced plans Tuesday to phase out fluoride-containing supplements sometimes used to strengthen children's teeth, opening a new front in Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s effort against a mainstay of dental care. The Food and Drug Administration said it will conduct a scientific review of the products by late October with the aim of removing them from the market. It was not immediately clear whether the agency planned to formally ban the supplements or simply request that companies withdraw them. The products targeted by the FDA are sometimes recommended for children and teens who are at increased risk of tooth decay or cavities because of low fluoride in their local drinking water. They usually require a prescription from a pediatrician or dentist. Fluoride-based tablets and lozenges are designed to be chewed or swallowed. Companies also sell drops for babies and infants. FDA Commissioner Marty Makary said the products pose a risk when swallowed by children because they may interfere with healthy gut bacteria that are critical to digestion, immunity and other key bodily functions. He also referenced studies showing possible associations between excess fluoride intake and other problems, including decreased IQ. Previous reviews by public health experts and dental professionals have not shown any serious health risks with the products. As state and local governments begin removing fluoride from their water, the need for supplemental fluoride is expected to grow. Officials in Utah — the first U.S. state to ban fluoride from drinking water — recently made fluoride supplements available without a prescription. Fluoride strengthens teeth and reduces cavities by replacing minerals lost during normal wear and tear, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In 1962, the agency set guidelines for how much should be added to water. Kennedy, a former environmental lawyer, has called fluoride a 'dangerous neurotoxin' tied to a range of health dangers. Last month, he announced a task force to scrutinize fluoride's use, while at the same time saying he would order the CDC to stop recommending it. A report last year by the federal government's National Toxicology Program concluded that drinking water with more than twice the CDC's recommended level was associated with lower IQs in kids. The study was based on research conducted in Canada, China, India, Iran, Pakistan and Mexico. 'Ending the use of ingestible fluoride is long overdue,' Kennedy said in a statement Tuesday. "This decision brings us one step closer to delivering on President Trump's promise to Make America Healthy Again.' An influential government health panel recommends fluoride supplements for children between the ages of six months and 5 years if they live in areas with low fluoridation levels. The U.S. Preventative Services Task Forces judged the recommendation to have 'high certainty' of benefit, based on the available evidence. A 2010 paper from the American Dental Association recommended supplemental fluoride for children up to 16 years old who are at high risk of cavities. The recommendation was based on a review of studies across different age groups. The most common side effect associated with the products is spotting or discoloration of the teeth, caused by extra fluoride. The FDA regulates most dental products, including fluoride-containing toothpastes, supplements, mouthwashes and rinses. In recent weeks those products have increasingly been targeted with lawsuits and legal actions. Last week, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced an investigation into the marketing of fluoride toothpastes by Colgate-Palmolive and Proctor and Gamble. A press release from his office described the companies' promotions as 'misleading, deceptive and dangerous.' ___ The Associated Press Health and Science Department receives support from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute's Science and Educational Media Group and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. The AP is solely responsible for all content.
Associated Press
13-05-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
FDA and RFK Jr. aim to remove fluoride supplements used to protect kids' teeth
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. health regulators announced plans Tuesday to phase out fluoride-containing supplements sometimes used to strengthen children's teeth, opening a new front in Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s effort against a mainstay of dental care. The Food and Drug Administration said it will conduct a scientific review of the products by late October with the aim of removing them from the market. It was not immediately clear whether the agency planned to formally ban the supplements or simply request that companies withdraw them. The products targeted by the FDA are sometimes recommended for children and teens who are at increased risk of tooth decay or cavities because of low fluoride in their local drinking water. They usually require a prescription from a pediatrician or dentist. Fluoride-based tablets and lozenges are designed to be chewed or swallowed. Companies also sell drops for babies and infants. FDA Commissioner Marty Makary said the products pose a risk when swallowed by children because they may interfere with healthy gut bacteria that are critical to digestion, immunity and other key bodily functions. He also referenced studies showing possible associations between excess fluoride intake and other problems, including decreased IQ. Previous reviews by public health experts and dental professionals have not shown any serious health risks with the products. As state and local governments begin removing fluoride from their water, the need for supplemental fluoride is expected to grow. Officials in Utah — the first U.S. state to ban fluoride from drinking water — recently made fluoride supplements available without a prescription. Fluoride strengthens teeth and reduces cavities by replacing minerals lost during normal wear and tear, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In 1962, the agency set guidelines for how much should be added to water. Kennedy, a former environmental lawyer, has called fluoride a 'dangerous neurotoxin' tied to a range of health dangers. Last month, he announced a task force to scrutinize fluoride's use, while at the same time saying he would order the CDC to stop recommending it. A report last year by the federal government's National Toxicology Program concluded that drinking water with more than twice the CDC's recommended level was associated with lower IQs in kids. The study was based on research conducted in Canada, China, India, Iran, Pakistan and Mexico. 'Ending the use of ingestible fluoride is long overdue,' Kennedy said in a statement Tuesday. 'This decision brings us one step closer to delivering on President Trump's promise to Make America Healthy Again.' An influential government health panel recommends fluoride supplements for children between the ages of six months and 5 years if they live in areas with low fluoridation levels. The U.S. Preventative Services Task Forces judged the recommendation to have 'high certainty' of benefit, based on the available evidence. A 2010 paper from the American Dental Association recommended supplemental fluoride for children up to 16 years old who are at high risk of cavities. The recommendation was based on a review of studies across different age groups. The most common side effect associated with the products is spotting or discoloration of the teeth, caused by extra fluoride. The FDA regulates most dental products, including fluoride-containing toothpastes, supplements, mouthwashes and rinses. In recent weeks those products have increasingly been targeted with lawsuits and legal actions. Last week, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced an investigation into the marketing of fluoride toothpastes by Colgate-Palmolive and Proctor and Gamble. A press release from his office described the companies' promotions as 'misleading, deceptive and dangerous.' ___ The Associated Press Health and Science Department receives support from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute's Science and Educational Media Group and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. The AP is solely responsible for all content.
Yahoo
26-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Ex-Yankees coach runs farm that vows to 'make meat great again'
Long before the Trump administration launched its mission to "Make America Healthy Again," former New York Yankees strength and conditioning coach Dana Cavalea and his wife Lauren were on a mission to produce cleaner, more nutritious foods with their farm, Freedom Farms. Thanks to the MAHA movement, the couple reports, business is booming for their upstate New York-based farm, which specializes in grass-fed, prime beef with no added hormones. "You know, every week we have people reaching out, 'Hey, how could we buy off the farm?'" Dana Cavalea told "America Reports" this week. "Parents reach out and they're looking to get back to knowing where their food is coming from, and especially knowing that it's American-bred and American-made." 'Pro-american' Husband And Wife Become Farmers, Reveal How Their Product Aligns With Healthy Living Goals Cavalea said he and his wife saw changes in their own health when they began changing their diet. "We started eating off the land and everything started to change," he told co-anchor John Roberts. "The skin started to clean up, the energy started to get better." Read On The Fox News App The couple's business success comes as the MAHA movement, spearheaded by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., targets processed foods to confront chronic disease. Cavalea, a first-generation farmer, credited his time as the New York Yankees' strength and conditioning director for inspiring him to research his own food's nutrition. "My job with the team was to source some great food and great nutrition for the players," he explained. "And I realized if I knew what I knew now, I would have done things totally different." The Freedom Farms website touts shipping "100% farm fresh meats" nationwide and promises to "make meat great again," a specialty Cavalea attributes to friends' requests. Farmers Come First As Initiative Aims To Lower Their Costs, Get Fresh Food To Americans More Efficiently While he noted that eating farm-raised meats tends to translate to paying more for food, he stressed that every consumer has their own choice to make. "Do I want quality or do I want mass production?" Cavalea asked. The former conditioning director described his customers' diseases and other conditions that prompt them to "source better" food. "We've had folks dealing with autoimmune diseases, cancer, all sorts of health issues, kids with behavioral issues," he recalled. The White House reports that the United States experienced an 88% increase in cancer from 1990-2021, the largest percentage increase of any country evaluated. Approximately 30 million American children in 2022 had at least one health condition, such as allergies, asthma or an autoimmune disease, the administration added. Food Dyes To Be Phased Out By Trump Administration In Latest Round Of Bans That same year, Dana and Lauren launched their meat business. They first encountered their property while on vacation in 2020, when its elderly owner gave them an extensive walking tour to "pass the torch," Dana Cavalea told the New York Post. The couple's sprawling 180-acre property boasts chickens, pigs and 180 heads of cattle, Lauren Cavalea previously told Fox News article source: Ex-Yankees coach runs farm that vows to 'make meat great again'
