Sound Bites A Nutrition Podcast

283: How Safe Are Food Dyes? An Expert Weighs in on the Research & Regulations – Renee Leber


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How safe are the food dyes found in many of the products we consume daily? Are concerns about their effects based on scientific evidence or misinformation? With government agencies and researchers continuously evaluating these additives, what changes might we see if more regulations and bans are put in place? As food products evolve in response to shifting policies, how can consumers stay informed and make the best choices for themselves?

Tune into this episode to learn about:

●       What types of foods/beverages contain food colors and why

●       Artificial vs. natural food dyes

●       What the research shows about the safety of food dyes

●       Common myths and misconceptions about food dyes

●       Challenges in making food color changes or product reformulations

●       The California food dye acts

●       Red dye number 3

●       The differences and similarities between the US and EU approach to risk management

●       The truth about the differences between what the EU has banned compared to the US

●       The difference between hazard and risk and why it is important

●       A new food additives toolkit from IFT

●       Takeaways and resources for the public and health professionals

Full shownotes, transcript and resources: https://soundbitesrd.com/283       

 

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