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FDA approves new natural food dyes amid health concerns

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently approved a new line of natural food dyes derived from fruits and vegetables, in response to growing health concerns over synthetic dyes. These new dyes, which include colors like red from beets and yellow from turmeric, aim to provide safer alternatives to artificial colorings that have been linked to various health issues, including hyperactivity in children and potential carcinogenic effects. The approval comes after extensive testing to ensure the dyes meet safety standards, and food manufacturers are now beginning to incorporate these natural alternatives into their products to meet consumer demand for cleaner, more natural ingredients.

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