California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order Friday aimed at further investigating food dyes and ultraprocessed foods and increasing access to affordable and healthy food.

Governor Gavin Newsom is cracking down on unhealthy foods in California, specifically, ultra-processed foods and synthetic dyes. He issued an executive order Friday that involves investigating how those foods put public health at risk.

Gov. Gavin Newsom ordered a crackdown on synthetic dyes and ultra-processed foods, pushing for stricter regulation.