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The F.D.A. Has Approved Three 'Natural' Food Colorings


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Here is what we know about their safety and how they'll be used.

The FDA has approved two new natural food colorings, Galdieria extract and blue butterfly pea flower extract, to expand the palette of colors available for food products. Galdieria extract, derived from a type of algae, provides a range of colors from pink to purple, while blue butterfly pea flower extract offers a vibrant blue hue. These additions are part of a broader trend towards using natural ingredients in food, driven by consumer demand for cleaner labels and more sustainable products. The approval also includes calcium phosphate as a color additive, which can help stabilize and enhance the color of various food items. This move by the FDA reflects an ongoing effort to meet consumer preferences for natural and recognizable ingredients in their food.

Read the Full The New York Times Article at:
[ https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/12/well/eat/fda-natural-food-colorings-galdieria-extract-blue-butterfly-pea-flower-extract-calcium-phosphate.html ]