All things considered, it’s at least as likely to make health outcomes worse as it is to make most people healthier.
The dye, known for its bright cherry-red color, is found in candies, snack cakes, maraschino cherries, and some beverages.
The drug, Journavx, from Vertex Pharmaceuticals, reduced pain after surgery in clinical trials. Experts hope it can lead to fewer opioid prescriptions.
The Food and Drug Administration announced last week that it will revoke authorization for FD&C Red No. 3 in food and ...
Red Dye No. 3, also known as erythrosine, is a synthetic food dye that gives foods and drinks a bright red color. It is also ...