Utah Bans Fluoride from Drinking Water, RFK Jr. Praises Efforts

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. praised Utah's recent decision to ban fluoride from public drinking water during a press conference, calling the state a leader in his 'Make America Healthy Again' agenda. The legislation, known as HB81, prohibits the addition of fluoride to drinking water and is part of a broader set of health-focused measures passed by the Utah Legislature, including bans on certain food additives in schools and restrictions on food stamp purchases. Kennedy emphasized the need to protect children's health, citing concerns about fluoride's potential negative effects on IQ. The announcement also coincided with EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin's commitment to review fluoride regulations nationwide. Kennedy has stated plans to direct the CDC to reconsider its recommendations regarding fluoride in water. Critics, including health professionals, argue that fluoride has been effective in reducing cavities among children.