SNAP, Soda, and the Coming War Over “Healthy” Food Access
Ultra-processed foods have shifted from nutrition debate to regulatory battleground. Eighteen U.S. states implemented SNAP restrictions on soda, candy, and sugary products beginning January 2026, positioning ultra-processed foods at the center of a policy war over health equity and food system control. For food brands that once hid behind barcodes and opaque labels, this marks […]
