Fluoride under scrutiny: FDA plans study on dietary supplements

The FDA is moving towards phasing out fluoride-containing dietary supplements due to potential risks to children, including interference with gut bacteria and possible links to decreased IQ. This decision follows concerns raised by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who labeled fluoride a neurotoxin. The American Dental Association continues to recommend fluoride for high-risk children, despite side effects like dental discoloration. The FDA's study aims to evaluate these supplements further, amidst varying local stances on water fluoridation.