The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has taken significant steps to limit the use of fluoride supplements in children, reflecting ongoing concerns about the chemical's safety and role in dental health. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spearheaded this latest regulatory move, emphasizing a cautious approach to fluoride's widespread use.

On Friday, the FDA announced that fluoride supplements are no longer recommended for children under the age of three, nor for older children who don't face serious tooth decay risks. Previously, these products were prescribed to children as young as six months. The FDA stopped short of removing these products from the market entirely but sent warning letters to four companies regarding their marketing practices.

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