Claudia Lewis spoke with SupplySide Supplement Journal for the article “MAHA finds its footing—and limits—in year two under RFK Jr.” The following is an excerpt:
Setting the MAHA stage in 2025
“In its first year, MAHA primarily focused on setting the stage for the future rather than completely overhauling nutrition and supplement regulation immediately,” said Claudia Lewis of Venable LLP.
She highlights FDA announcements to phase out certain petroleum‑derived synthetic color additives in foods and a renewed focus on infant formula and toddler milk safety as examples.
“It’s notable that roughly three dozen states have introduced legislation aimed at restricting certain synthetic additives and high‑sugar products in schools and other child‑focused settings, and at strengthening on‑pack or menu labeling requirements for foods and supplements,” Lewis said. “At the state level, legislatures are expected to keep advancing bills that limit food additives in school meals, require new disclosures or mandate on-pack warnings.”
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