The FDA banned Red 3 in cosmetics 35 years ago, after studies confirmed its carcinogenic effects. But it would be more than three decades before ordering its removal from consumables, including Valentine’s Day candy hearts popular with children. Lobbyists have too much influence… https://t.co/kksgbGZiOC https://t.co/62Nx7r4dLZ

The FDA banned Red 3 in cosmetics 35 years ago, after studies confirmed its carcinogenic effects. But it would be more than three decades before ordering its removal from consumables, including Valentine’s Day candy hearts popular with children. Lobbyists have too much influence… https://t.co/kksgbGZiOC https://t.co/62Nx7r4dLZ

— Will Bermender (@WillBermender) Feb 14, 2025

from Will Bermender on Twitter

February 14, 2025 at 06:42AM