A new report from the Trump administration has put the spotlight on the growing health crisis in the United States. The findings point to unhealthy food ingredients, environmental chemicals, excessive medication use, and corporate influence as key drivers behind the rise in chronic diseases.
The Make America Healthy Again Commission, led by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., compiled the report after months of research. The document outlines how ultra-processed foods, synthetic additives, and widespread exposure to industrial chemicals have contributed to increasing rates of obesity, diabetes, and other long-term illnesses.
The report does not hold back in its criticism of corporate interests. It argues that pharmaceutical companies and food manufacturers have shaped public health policies to maximize profits rather than prioritize well-being. The commission highlights the overprescription of medications, particularly psychiatric drugs and stimulants, as a major concern.
Environmental toxins are another focus. The report warns that exposure to pesticides, microplastics, and endocrine-disrupting chemicals has escalated over the past three decades. While previous studies have examined individual substances, the commission emphasizes the cumulative impact of these exposures on human health.
Sources:
https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5314748-trump-maha-report-challenges-medical-practices/
https://www.researchamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/MAHA-05-22-25.pdf