But this additive goes well beyond Valentines treats to surprisingpantry stapleslike rice and mashed potatoes.
Concerns about red dye No.
3 are not new.
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The FDA is currently reviewing the petition, according to a spokesperson from the agency.
Synthetic Dyes Linked to ADHD Symptoms in Children
Red No.
According to a2021 report in California, certain food dyes like red No.
3 and red No.
40 may contribute to hyperactivity in some children, Ronholm said.
But since 2010, the European Union has required products containing red dye No.
Galligan said the only way for U.S. consumers to avoid harmful food coloring nowadays is to check product labels.
Thats an unreasonable burden in our opinion, he said.
Although studies havent shown that red dye No.
3 directly causes cancer in humans, it might not be worth the risk.
Its absurd that its taken FDA so long to act on Red 3 in particular, Galligan said.
The way its regulated at a federal level is just kind of broken.
Some products are now made with natural food dyes, like beet juice.
Information about these additives can usually be found on the ingredients list.
Food and Drug Administration.Color additive status list.
Food and Drug Administration.Color additives history.
Center for Science in the Public Interest.Food dyes: a rainbow of risks.
