Food-as-medicine startups hope Kennedy, if confirmed as HHS secretary, will boost their businesses
Publishing timestamp: 2025-01-28 15:06:23
Summary
Startups focused on food as medicine see Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as a potential ally if confirmed as Secretary of Health and Human Services. Kennedy's skepticism of vaccines and pharmaceuticals aligns with the focus on nutritious food to combat chronic disease. Food-as-medicine companies have attracted significant funding and hope for expansion under Kennedy's leadership.
Sentiment: MIXED
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