The FDA has banned Red No. 3, a synthetic dye used in candy, cereals, and Tylenol
Red No. 3, a synthetic dye which gives a cherry hue to candies, sodas, and some medications, has been linked to cancer and ADHD in some studies.
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FDA Bans Cancer-Linked Ingredient, But There's a Catch
The FDA made the move in response to a petition filed in 2022, citing the dye's links to cancer by several advocacy organizations. This information isn't new to the FDA, however.