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

https://www.fda.gov/food/hfp-constituent-updates/fda-revoke-authorization-use-red-no-3-food-and-ingested-drugs#:~:text=The%20FDA%20is%20amending%20its,a%202022%20color%20additive%20petition

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