Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health Texas Bill Declares Some Processed Foods ‘Unfit for Humans’ - AI Podcast
Jul 8, 2025
A new Texas law mandates that certain processed foods with harmful ingredients display warning labels. This legislation targets 44 substances banned elsewhere, including artificial dyes and chemical preservatives. It reveals the intense corporate lobbying against the bill, with major companies fearing profit losses. Additionally, loopholes could allow outdated packaging to remain in circulation. The discussion emphasizes the need for ingredient transparency and encourages consumers to opt for healthier, whole food choices.
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Texas Bill Targets Harmful Additives
- Texas Senate Bill 25 mandates warning labels on processed foods with 44 banned ingredients from overseas countries.
- This law targets harmful additives like synthetic dyes, seed oils, and bleached flour linked to chronic disease.
FDA GRAS Certification Loophole
- FDA's GRAS process allows companies to self-certify additives indefinitely without re-evaluation.
- Over 3,000 additives remain unreviewed, delaying regulatory action in the U.S.
Industry Blocks Stronger Controls
- Major corporations like PepsiCo and General Mills heavily lobbied to weaken the bill.
- Their efforts removed aspartame and high fructose corn syrup despite known health risks.