Saturday Mar 01, 2025
The Food Dye Dilemma: Should You Worry?
In this episode, Kaylie and Debbie dive deep into the controversy surrounding food dyes, with a special focus on Red No. 3. What does the FDA really say about it, and should you be concerned? If you've seen the headlines and are wondering what’s fact vs. fear, this is the episode for you. We’re here to break it all down and help you make informed choices about the products on your shelves. Don’t miss it!
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Sound Editor: Evan Holley, Nutrition and Health Specialist for MU Extension
Resources:
PedsDocTalk. (2023, April 8). The Truth About Red Dye 40: Effects & Myths Explored [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zo8q9B85Y64
FDA Revoke Authorization for the Use of Red No. 3
FDA: Color Additives Information for Consumers
https://www.fda.gov/food/food-ingredients-packaging/color-additives-information-consumers
Regulatory Status of Color Additives
https://www.hfpappexternal.fda.gov/scripts/fdcc/index.cfm?set=ColorAdditives
Center for Science in the Public Interest
https://www.cspinet.org/cspi-news/red-3-fda-finally-bans-cancer-causing-food-dye
Nationwide Children's
https://www.nationwidechildrens.org/family-resources-education/700childrens/2025/01/red-dye
Arnold, L. E., Lofthouse, N., & Hurt, E. (2012). Artificial food colors and attention-deficit/hyperactivity symptoms: conclusions to dye for. Neurotherapeutics : the journal of the American Society for Experimental NeuroTherapeutics, 9(3), 599–609. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13311-012-0133-x