San Francisco sues companies over ‘ultra-processed’ foods

Published December 3, 2025 4:44pm ET



(The Center Square) – The city and county of San Francisco are suing 10 companies for manufacturing everything from sodas to candy bars and breakfast cereals – what the municipality calls unhealthy, “ultra-processed” foods.

But there’s no agreed-upon scientific definition of “ultra-processed,” and manufacturers are adhering to safety standards while introducing healthier choices, according to the Consumer Brands Association.

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