In continuing with our weekly tradition, here's a summary of this weeks events involving the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.:
1. RFK Jr. Proposes Closing FDA's GRAS Loophole
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. aims to reform the FDA's "Generally Recognized as Safe" (GRAS) rule, which currently allows companies to self-certify the safety of food additives without FDA oversight. Critics argue this loophole has led to potentially unsafe chemicals entering the food supply. Kennedy's proposal seeks to eliminate the self-affirmed GRAS pathway, mandating that companies submit safety data for FDA review before introducing new ingredients or modifying formulations, thereby enhancing consumer transparency and food safety. A BIG STEP!
2. RFK Jr.’s Response to the Measles Outbreak
As measles cases rise in Texas and New Mexico, Secretary Kennedy advocates for a broader approach, emphasizing Vitamin A supplementation—a WHO-endorsed treatment—to support immunity. While health officials promote MMR vaccines, Kennedy’s push for medical transparency and informed choice has sparked debate, with supporters praising his focus on alternative health solutions.
3. RFK Jr. Advocates for Traditional Cooking Fats
In a recent interview, Secretary Kennedy praised Steak 'n Shake’s decision to replace seed oils with beef tallow for frying and switch butter for seed oils in milkshakes, calling it a step toward healthier, more traditional food preparation. He has been vocal about the potential risks of ultra-processed foods and industrial seed oils, advocating for a return to ancestral fats like tallow and butter. While some nutritionists still support vegetable oils, Kennedy’s supporters see his stance as a push for cleaner, less inflammatory food choices.
4. Concerns Over Vaccinating Poultry Against Avian Flu
Addressing the avian flu crisis, Secretary Kennedy cautioned against vaccinating birds, suggesting it could turn them into "mutation factories." He criticized the use of "leaky vaccines" that don't provide complete immunity and could facilitate the virus's mutation. Instead, Kennedy proposed allowing birds that survive the virus to breed, as they might possess genetic immunity, and advocated for intensive therapeutic drug testing on these birds to find treatments potentially beneficial for humans.
5. Emergence of 'MAHA Moms' Supporting RFK Jr.'s Health Initiatives
A movement dubbed "MAHA Moms" has emerged, comprising influencers and mothers supporting Secretary Kennedy's initiatives for a healthier America. These individuals emphasize natural health practices, such as avoiding artificial additives and opting out of vaccinations, aligning with Kennedy's controversial health claims. They share their health journeys online, advocating for less processed foods and more "non-toxic" products, resonating with Kennedy's focus on giving parents "freedom of choice" in health decisions.
Hope you enjoyed this weeks roundup, and let us know what you think as the MAHA movement progresses.
To your health.