Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced the commitments in Washington, even as some in the medical community questioned whether the government should try to influence curriculums.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced that 53 medical schools in 31 states will expand their nutrition curriculum to 40 hours. Most medical schools fall short of the recommended 25 hours.
The health secretary has long argued doctors lack nutrition training. More than 50 schools say they will boost their nutrition education.