The FDA currently permits eight synthetic dyes in food products. Red 40 stands as the most commonly used artificial color in America. Blue 1 and Blue 2 frequently appear in beverages and confections.

“The FDA should act quickly to protect the nation’s youth from this harmful dye, used simply to give food and drinks a bright red color,” the letter said. “No aesthetic reason could ...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) may enact a total ban on red food dye, the artificial coloring that’s not allowed in skin products but “a kid can eat it.” On December 5 ...