Episode 41: The "Ensuring Safe and Toxic-Free Foods Act" and GRAS System Reform

In this episode, we unpack the newly introduced Ensuring Safe and Toxic-Free Foods Act of 2025, spearheaded by Senators Markey and Booker. This legislation aims to reform the FDA’s GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) system, which has long allowed food companies to self-approve potentially harmful additives without FDA oversight. We explore how this act seeks to phase out self-GRAS determinations, prohibit toxic substances, and demand full transparency in food safety evaluations. Tune in for a deep dive into what this could mean for consumers, regulators, and the future of food ingredient safety in America.