January 16, 2025 – MDLifespan News –
By Jessica Rafaeil
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a groundbreaking decision to ban Red Dye No. 3 in food and beverage products, citing health concerns related to its potential carcinogenic effects. This move marks a significant step forward in regulating harmful additives commonly found in processed foods.
While the dye has been prohibited in cosmetics since 1990, it has remained legal in food products until now, despite mounting evidence linking it to cancer in laboratory animals. This decision has sparked widespread discussion about the prevalence of toxic substances in our daily lives and the cumulative impact they may have on long-term health.