The FDA’s “Generally Recognized as Safe” (GRAS) rule was meant to keep food safe. But for decades, the self-GRAS loophole has allowed companies to introduce new additives without FDA review or public disclosure.

In this episode of the Orange Pill Podcast, we break down the unprecedented wave of reform efforts in 2025:

• Executive action from HHS Secretary RFK Jr. and FDA Commissioner Marty Makary.

• Congressional bills aiming to permanently close the loophole.

• State-level legislation in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York pushing transparency and bans.

The message is clear: the era of self-approved food additives is ending. Tune in as we unpack what this shift means for consumers, industry, and the future of food safety.