Let’s Talk About Food Dyes…
Synthetic food dyes have recently made headlines—again. From bold health assertions to whispers of an upcoming U.S. ban, these additives come with a lot of claims and a lot of controversy. But what does the research actually tell us about the health risks of consuming food dyes? And where did these health claims actually originate? Join us, two Registered Dietitians, as we dive into the colorful history, controversial discourse and current science of synthetic food dyes.
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Things we talked about and additional reading:
How Vitamin A is Made
Complete List of European Food Dyes
2012 Meta-Analysis
History of Aniline Purple
1988 Rat Study
Butter Yellow Article
European Re-Eval of Erythrosine
Color Additives History
RFKjr/Makary Press Conference
CBS News Article (Food Industry Response)
Why Your Child Is Hyperactive
The Chemistry of Food Dyes