Lack of Functional Regulation and Industry Influence on Food in the US

Food in the United States lacks clear labeling for healthiness, with no functional regulation of food additives. The Food and Drug Administration has no definitive list of the various chemicals added to food, making it difficult for consumers to make informed choices. The flavor industry is regulated separately, leading to a lack of transparency. Despite some food companies making efforts to improve, their purpose is to deliver financialized growth to their owners, limiting their ability to change. Government policies on food are heavily influenced by the industry, resulting in an environment where most of the food consumed is ultra-processed.