The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has officially announced a ban on red dye No. 3, or erythrosine, from foods and oral medications due to its potential effects on the body. Cancer risk.
Food manufacturing companies have until January 2027 to remove the dye (red 3) from their products, and pharmaceutical manufacturers have until January 2028, according to the Associated Press.
It was the dye Remove them from cosmetics For almost 35 years for the same cancer concerns.
After the new ban was announced on Wednesday, nutritionists and other health experts praised the removal of additives from American foods. Food supplies.
Red 3 can be found in a variety of food products, the most common being candy and colored desserts. (Istock)
Ilana Muhlstein, a Los Angeles-based registered dietitian, shared her excitement about the FDA “finally” banning the artificial dye that has been present in strawberry-flavored candy, cereals, and beverages “for a very long time.”
“The strange thing is that this decision comes more than three decades after the same pigment was banned in cosmetics such as lipstick because there was enough evidence linking it to it.” Cancer in animals,” she told Fox News Digital.
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“For many years, consumer advocacy groups and researchers have pushed for this change, citing not only cancer risks but also potential links to hyperactivity and hyperactivity. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in children“.
A certified holistic nutritionist (not pictured) warns that red pigment No. 3 is showing up in some products you “would never expect.” (Istock)
“It's time” to ban Red 3, commented New York-based certified holistic nutritionist and founder of The Power of Food Education, Robin DiCicco.
“It never made sense to me why the pigment was removed from lipstick and blush 30 years ago, but it was allowed to be in our food supply,” she reiterated to Fox News Digital. “There has been evidence that the dye causes cancer in mice for decades.”
“Our children deserve better, and it is frustrating that it has taken this long to take action.”
Muhlstein expressed that although the ban is “a clear victory for… public healthShe still feels “frustrated” that it took so long.
She pointed out that “the Food and Drug Administration realized the dangers in the 1980s, and other countries, such as the European Union countries, banned red dye No. 3 3 years ago.” “However, major food manufacturers have lobbied hard to delay this decision because these synthetic dyes are cheap, convenient and profitable.”
Experts say that red dye No. 3 is often used in strawberry flavour. (Istock)
The dye was commonly used in mainly manufactured products Marketed to childrenSuch as colorful lollipops, candy and breakfast cereals, she noted.
“Our children deserve better, and it is frustrating that it has taken this long to take action,” Molstein added.
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Muhlstein commented that while the ban is a “step forward,” it is also a reminder to “stay on top of what we're doing.” Feeding our families“.
Red dye No. 3 is included in other products that aren't so obvious, including some pre-packaged plant-based meats, fruit cups, mini muffin snacks, mashed potatoes, yellow rice and flavored sugar-free water, according to experts.
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DeCicco encouraged consumers to always read the ingredient label and look for natural alternatives to these products.
The dye was commonly used in products marketed primarily to children, such as colorful lollipops, candies and breakfast cereals. (Istock)
“It's not about deprivation or restrictions – I always say it's about eating foods with high-quality ingredients,” she said. “Ingredients matter more than anything else, and they are there.”
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“I have worked with many families who have children with ADHD, and Remove sugar DiCicco added that artificial food dyes and additives can in some cases reduce symptoms (as part of treatment).
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While nutrition experts recommend that consumers stay away from foods that contain red dye or erythrosine on the label, there are healthy, natural alternatives to keep food fun.
Using red dye alternatives like pomegranate juice or fruit powder can keep food fun, according to nutrition experts. (Istock)
Muhlstein recommends adding a tablespoon or two of pomegranate juice to a baking recipe, such as a vanilla cake, to give the mixture a natural red color.
She also suggests mixing crushed, freeze-dried strawberries with white frosting or whipped cream.
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“Beetroot powder, hibiscus powder and even mashed berries are great alternatives too,” she added.
Fox News Digital's Melissa Ruddy contributed to this report.
