According to People, U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said in an interview with The Atlantic that although he frequently uses Zyn nicotine pouches, he does not recommend that Americans imitate his personal habits. His use of nicotine products has drawn renewed attention, alongside ongoing scrutiny of his broader health-related positions.
Key Points
- RFK Jr. said Americans should not imitate his use of nicotine pouches.
- He emphasized that his health initiative focuses on staying healthy.
- Reports say he frequently uses Zyn nicotine pouches during interviews.
- He was previously reported to have used one during a Senate confirmation hearing.
- His health-related views have faced criticism from family members.
2Firsts, 4 December 2025 — According to People, U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. addressed questions about his use of nicotine products during a recent interview with The Atlantic. Asked how this aligns with the “Make America Healthy Again” initiative, he stated that he is not telling people to do what he does and instead urges them to stay healthy.
The report noted that Kennedy often pulls Zyn nicotine pouches from his pocket or desk during interviews. A January confirmation hearing also drew attention when he was said to have used a nicotine pouch at the time.
His positions on health-related issues have generated criticism, including from members of his family.
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