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FDA bans the food dye Red No. 3

Red dye 3 is a petroleum based color additive that's been used for decades, to give foods and drinks bright, flashy coloring. (Getty images)
Red dye 3 is a petroleum based color additive that's been used for decades, to give foods and drinks bright, flashy coloring. (Getty images)

This article was originally published on December 14, 2024.

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