California Governor Orders Investigation Into Ultra-Processed Foods

The governor’s office said the actions are ‘designed to support affordable, healthy living and reduce the growing impact of chronic illnesses on Californians.’

Researchers have found that ultra-processed foods are associated with increased health risks. Benjamin Chasteen/The Epoch Times

California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Jan. 3 issued an executive order directing state agencies to recommend actions to target ultra-processed foods and related health concerns in the state.

The governor’s office said that such foods are known to carry health risks and that Newsom’s actions are “designed to support affordable, healthy living and reduce the growing impact of chronic illnesses on Californians.”