New law signed by Gavin Newsom will define and ban ‘ultra-processed foods of concern’ beginning in 2029

California will become the first state in the US to phase out certain ultra-processed foods from school meals over the next decade.

A new law signed by the governor, Gavin Newsom, on Wednesday will first define, and then ban, ultra-processed foods, the often super-tasty products typically full of sugar, salt and unhealthy fats, from school meals.