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Another area of controversy involves Kennedy’s position on raw milk. He has promised to end what he describes as the FDA's "war on public health," advocating for the consumption of unpasteurized milk based on beliefs that it offers digestion benefits and contains active enzymes, probiotics, and a wealth of beneficial bacteria.
Despite Kennedy's claims, substantial evidence underscores the health risks associated with drinking raw milk, including increased susceptibility to food-borne illnesses like salmonella and E. coli infections. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention maintains a long history of data indicating significant dangers inherent to raw milk consumption, especially for vulnerable populations such as children and those with weakened immune systems.