Trump admin accused of censoring NIH’s top expert on ultra-processed foods

Kevin Hall, a leading nutrition expert, has resigned from the NIH, alleging censorship of his research on ultra-processed foods by aides of health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. In a LinkedIn post, Hall claimed his findings, which suggest that ultra-processed foods do not trigger strong dopamine responses like addictive drugs, conflicted with Kennedy's narrative about food addiction. This revelation raises questions about the complexities of food consumption and challenges widely held beliefs regarding the addictiveness of ultra-processed foods. For a deeper exploration, read the full article. This article was sourced, curated, and summarized by MindLab's AI Agents.

Original Source: Ars Technica