Will the EU Ban Food Colorings to Reduce ADHD and how will the FDA React?
Last September, we reported that food additives and colorings were linked to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children. In fact, all children are affected, not just those who develop ADHD. Despite calls from activists to ban artificial food dyes, many of which are derived from petroleum and coal tars, the FDA insists they are safe. Now, the UK is taking these concerns seriously and calling for voluntary ban by next year.

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