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🚨 The FDA has finally banned Red No. 3—a dye linked to cancer in animal studies—from food and ingested drugs! Here’s the shocking part: this dye was banned from cosmetics 35 years ago but stayed in candies, gum, and processed foods marketed to kids. This is a long-overdue step forward, but it’s just the tip of the iceberg. Our food system is still packed with additives and chemicals that harm our health. Read my latest Substack to learn: ✅ Why this ban is significant (and why it’s not enough) ✅ The hidden dangers of synthetic additives ✅ How choosing whole, real foods can transform your health It’s time to demand better—for ourselves and future generations. #HealthLeadership #FoodSystemReform #CleanEating

PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in food contact materials and packaging pose significant risks to health and the environment. With increased regulations like FDA bans and global efforts to reduce exposure, it’s time for the industry to act. As consumers and regulations demand safer solutions, manufacturers must innovate with eco-friendly, non-toxic packaging to lead the charge toward a healthier future. Read the full article to learn about the science and solutions driving change. #PFAS #FoodSafety #SustainablePackaging #Innovation #HealthAndEnvironment #ShipandShoreEnvironmental

🚨 Incredible News: The FDA has announced a ban on Red No. 3, a synthetic dye linked to cancer in animal studies, from all food and ingested drugs. Manufacturers have until January 15, 2027, to reformulate their products. This decision aligns the U.S. with other regions, such as the European Union, which have already prohibited this additive. Red No. 3 has been commonly used in candies, beverages, and other packaged foods, often consumed by children. The FDA's action reflects growing concerns about the safety of artificial additives in our food supply. It's a significant step toward reducing exposure to potentially harmful substances and promoting public health. As consumers, it's essential to stay informed about the ingredients in our foods and support initiatives that prioritize health and safety. https://lnkd.in/eNBWXKtP

FDA Bans Red Dye 3 in Food and Drugs Due to Cancer Concerns, The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a ban on the use of red dye 3 (chemically known as erythrosine) in foods, beverages, and ingested drugs. The move comes decades after research linked the synthetic dye to cancer in animal studies. The decision follows mounting pressure from advocacy groups and aligns with stricter global standards on food additives. https://lnkd.in/g75kCAKd #reddye #reddye3

FDA Bans Hazardous Additives in Sports Drinks and Sodas 🚫 The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is taking a major step to ensure consumer safety by banning brominated vegetable oil (BVO) in packaged drinks. This new regulation will take effect on August 2, 2024, giving companies a year to reformulate and relabel their products. What is BVO? Brominated Vegetable Oil (BVO) prevents citrus flavorings from separating in beverages like sodas and energy drinks. However, health concerns have led to its ban. Why the Ban? A 1969 study revealed the harmful effects of bromine on human health. Following this, the FDA has now decided to completely remove BVO from its approved food additives list to protect consumers. Health Concerns of BVO Neurological Issues: BVO has been associated with an increased risk for headaches, memory loss, and impaired coordination. Thyroid Problems: Bromine can interfere with thyroid function, leading to hormonal imbalances. Reproductive and Developmental Toxicity: Studies suggest BVO may harm reproductive health and fetal development. Accumulation in Body Tissues: BVO can build up in the body over time, potentially leading to long-term health issues. Industry Impact Reformulation: Beverage companies must eliminate BVO from their products. Relabeling: New labels will reflect the absence of BVO, enhancing transparency. Inventory: Companies have a year to use up existing BVO inventory. This FDA ban marks a crucial move towards healthier and safer beverages for all. Stay informed and ensure your practices align with these new standards. #FoodSafety #FDA #BVO #HealthFirst #BeverageIndustry #ConsumerProtection #HealthyLiving #RegulatoryUpdate #Transparency

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How many of you will stop eating red dye immediately? "Manufacturers who use FD&C Red No 3 in food and ingested drugs will have until January 15, 2027, or January 18, 2028, respectively, to reformulate their product," the FDA said." It's not leaving your food products for quite some time yet This is a prime example of institutions telling you something is fine when they know it's not "However, the additive continued to be used in foods, largely due to resistance from the food industry. Manufacturers of maraschino cherries, for example, relied on Red 3 to maintain the iconic red hue of their products." Liken this to our 'sick'care system telling you all these meds and treatments are fine...until they're not ALWAYS follow the money... #Healthcare #business #hr #benefits #ceo #insurance

76 Breast Cancer Linked Chemicals found in Food Packaging -- and in People! It should come as no surprise – today, everyone is TOXIC, and I don’t mean they give off bad energy. I mean that our bodies are all exposed to things that we don’t want IN our bodies. Back in the day, people talked about leaded gasoline and paint. So lead was taken out of gas and paint. But interestingly, jet fuel is still leaded and exhausts continue to spew lead into the atmosphere. What people don’t talk about is what happened to all that lead? Obviously, lead is heavy. It falls (out of the sky from planes), but it used to spew out of car exhausts. Where did it all go? Mostly, it dropped to the pavement, or was aerosolized and carried short distances to land on some property. And then it drained into the soil, or perhaps the water supply. Ultimately, it ends up in the food supply, amongst other places. Point being that it can end up in us. There are now over 30,000 chemicals that have been created that are “new to nature”. The vast majority of them have not been tested for safety. The government actually has a certification known as GRAS that specifically states it has not been tested for safety (GRAS stands for Generally Regarded as Safe – an extrapolation from some similar products previously evaluated). Lots and lots of “stuff” gets into the environment and years later someone figures out it not good for us. The CNN report (don’t get political – it’s health news!) summarizes a toxicology paper that describes how food packaging materials have been demonstrated to leak into foods they are holding. And a number of those chemicals end up in the humans that eat the food. BPA was one of the chemicals that only relatively recently was declared as a bad actor and mostly removed from packaging (think baby bottles in the microwave!! Yikes). These kinds of toxicities drive all kinds of health issues. Understanding your level of personal toxic burden can be very helpful in avoiding future disasters. Understanding your personal genetic tendencies in how well you are able to clear these toxins is another important piece of the puzzle to potentially keeping out of the TOXIC SOUP that may all await us if we keep on our current path. If any of these things concern you, please, let’s have a conversation. https://buff.ly/3C2och0

Lower maximum levels of nitrites applicable from 9 October 2025. Given the re-evaluation of nitrites as food additives by EFSA, Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/2108 revised the maximum levels of nitrites, which is also consolidated in EU reg. 1333/2008. Please also read about national maximum values for nitrites in Denmark in our news below. https://lnkd.in/g4ktZ38C