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RFK Jr. promoted a food company he says will make Americans healthy. Their meals are ultraprocessed

UNITED STATES, JUL 7 – Robert F. Kennedy Jr. praised $7 meals delivered to Medicaid and Medicare enrollees despite an AP review finding them ultraprocessed, a type of food he typically criticizes.

  • Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. praised Mom's Meals for providing $7 meals to Medicaid and Medicare enrollees, thanking them for sending taxpayer-funded meals to homes of sick Americans.
  • An Associated Press review found that Mom's Meals offers ultraprocessed foods, contrary to Kennedy's typical criticisms of such products.
  • Nutritionist Marion Nestle stated that the meals contain harmful chemical additives and high levels of sodium, sugar, or saturated fats, indicating they are not as healthy as suggested.
  • Kennedy believes that improving U.S. diets is essential for his goal to 'Make America Healthy Again' and encourages healthier choices.
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The Business Journal broke the news on Monday, July 7, 2025.
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