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FDA Set to Ban Controversial Red Dye 3 Amid Health Concerns

Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Daily Galaxy --Great Discoveries Channel

The FDA is considering banning red 3, a petroleum-derived food dye used in many American products, due to health concerns such as potential carcinogenic effects, endocrine disruption, and behavioral issues in children. Despite being banned in cosmetics since 1990 and in food products in the EU, red 3 remains prevalent in the U.S. food supply, sparking debate over the FDA's regulatory practices. Public health advocates and some lawmakers are pushing for its removal, citing the dye's risks and lack of nutritional value.

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FDA Poised to Ban Red Dye 3, Impacting Food Industry

Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post

The FDA is considering a ban on the food dye Red 3, commonly found in candies and snacks, following a petition to reassess its safety. Despite being deemed safe by the FDA in the past, Red 3 is banned in other countries and California due to potential health risks, including cancer and behavioral issues in children. The decision, expected in the coming weeks, could significantly impact the food industry, especially during the holiday season when such dyes are prevalent in festive treats.

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