The FDA revealed last week it hasn’t reevaluated the safety of Red 40 in over a decade. What is Red 40 and why hasn’t the FDA banned it? Some advocates for banning synthetic food dyes point to studies that they increase hyperactivity in children. But the FDA has said they found no proof of that. They also say they already regulate food additives and that they find Red 40 is safe. The FDA, however, is debating a ban on another dye – Red 3. Head to the linked article for more information. #red40 #food #fda #news