Read, Watch or Listen

The FDA announced plans to phase out ingestible fluoride supplements for children, citing potential risks to gut health and IQ. This decision follows Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s campaign against fluoride. While the FDA will review the products by late October, it's unclear if a ban or withdrawal request will follow. Supplements are usually prescribed for children in areas with low fluoride water. Critics dispute the safety concerns, with previous reviews showing no serious risks. This move comes amid growing concerns about fluoride and follows state-level actions banning fluoride in water.

Prepared by Olivia Bennett and reviewed by editorial team.