Health Secretary Kennedy Says U.S. Foods Contain 10,000 Ingredients Compared With 400 in Europe
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told listeners on The Alex Marlow Show that American foods contain about 10,000 ingredients, while European foods have roughly 400.
During a broadcast of The Alex Marlow Show, Secretary Kennedy highlighted a stark difference in the number of components used in food products across the United States and Europe. He asserted that U.S. foods incorporate around 10,000 distinct ingredients, whereas European counterparts rely on about 400. The program airs on Salem Radio Network stations in the midday slot and is also streamed online and on the Salem TV news channel in the evening. The interview was part of the show’s weekday lineup, which is distributed through various podcast platforms.
Why it matters
The claim highlights perceived disparities in food processing standards between the U.S. and Europe, influencing consumer perception and policy debate.
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