San Francisco to sue makers of ultra-processed foods over health impacts

Main Idea: San Francisco is suing Kraft Heinz over alleged health harms from ultra-processed foods, saying the company helped create and profit from a public health crisis.

Key Points:

• City Attorney David Chiu said the lawsuit is the first of its kind and targets major food and drink makers.
• The city says ultra-processed foods are linked to serious problems such as diabetes, heart disease, cancer and depression.
• Officials allege the companies used marketing and product design to make these foods addictive and encourage overuse.
• San Francisco is seeking court orders, restitution and civil penalties, and says the case could help curb misleading food marketing.