Do Food Dyes Cause Hyperactivity? What the Research Actually Shows
Artificial food colours remain ubiquitous, appearing in 19% of U.S. packaged foods and driving roughly $46 billion in consumer purchases. Major regulators—including the FDA, EFSA, and Health Canada—continue to approve dyes such as Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, and Blue 1 based on toxicology data and established acceptable daily intakes. A 2022 California review, however, found evidence that exposure to several synthetic dyes can affect neurobehavior in a subset of children, though the underlying mechanism is unclear. Ongoing research suggests genetic differences in histamine metabolism may explain why only some individuals exhibit heightened sensitivity.
Can Ultra-Processed Foods Fit in a Mediterranean Diet? (+ A Grocery Store Guide)
The article argues that ultra‑processed foods are not automatically excluded from a Mediterranean eating pattern, provided they meet key nutrient criteria. It references the PREDIMED trial, which linked a Mediterranean diet enriched with olive oil or nuts to a 30 %...