🍗 Today’s Nugget

Did ya’ll see red #3 food dye has officially been banned by the FDA? This is fantastic news for everyone, but especially health nuts like me.

This week I wanted to share why this news matters, what to look for on food labels and what to stock up on now that eyes are open to this totally pointless / potentially harmful ingredient.

What it might cause:

1. Thyroid tumors

2. Hyperactivity (especially in children)

3. Allergic reactions

4. Possible neurological effects

What it’s in:

Hint: look for "Red 3," "FD&C Red No. 3" or "erythrosine" on ingredient lists.

1. Candy/sweets- peeps, sweetarts, ring pops, nerds, fruit snacks, marshmallows, maraschino cherries, sprinkles

2. Baked goods particularly in grocery store bakeries- cakes, cookies, frostings, toaster pastries

3. Drinks- some sodas and juices, flavored drinks, sports drinks

4. Frozen treats- yogurt, ice cream, popsicles

5. Cereals- almost any brightly colored brand

6. BABY FOOD- look closely at labels on anything red/orange

Dye-free options:

There are tons, but these are a few of my faves.

1. Unreal or Justin’s chocolates

2. Yum Earth gummies

3. Miss Jones or Simple Mills cake frosting

4. Alden’s, 365 (aka Whole Foods) or Haagen Dazs ice cream

5. Supernatural sprinkles

6. Three Wishes or 365 cereals

7. Happy Family, 365 or Once Upon a Farm baby food

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4. Read a Food Label

Disclosures:

This is not medical advice. Speak to your doctor before taking supplements or making any major dietary and / or lifestyle changes.

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