Bobby Moves To Phase Out Harmful Food Dyes!

Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F.  (Bobby) Kennedy, Jr. today announced his department and the FDA will soon phase out harmful petroleum based food dyes from the American diet. In their place, the FDA plans to authorize four natural color alternatives within the next few weeks and accelerate the review of others. This is all part of President Trump's make Amertica Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative.

Here are the eight  harmful food dyes RFK Jr. and the FDA are planning on phasing out:

• Blue No. 1: Also known as Brilliant Blue FCF, Blue No. 1 is derived from petroleum to give foods such as M&M’s and Takis a blue hue.
• Blue No. 2: Also known as indigo carmine or indigotine, Blue No. 2 mimics the color and properties of plant-based indigo dye in products like Skittles and blueberry Pop-Tarts.
• Citrus Red No. 2:  It’s used to color the peels of oranges, particularly those grown in Florida, that are not intended for processing.
• Green No. 3: The artificial green dye, called Fast Green FCF, is produced through chemical synthesis.
• Orange B: The color additive is only permitted for use in hot dog and sausage casings. In high doses, it can damage the liver and bile duct.
• Red dye 40: Also known as Allura Red AC, Red dye 40 gives red color to products like Kool-Aid, Starburst and NyQuil.
• Yellow No. 5: Commonly known as tartrazine, Yellow No. 5 can be found in brightly colored sodas like Mountain Dew and processed snacks like Twinkies.
• Yellow No. 6: Sunset Yellow FCF, imparts a vibrant yellow-orange hue to Airheads, Jolly Ranchers, Lucky Charms and other processed foods.