US ice cream makers say they'll stop using artificial dyes by 2028
10 months ago
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- US ice cream makers, representing 90% of the supply, pledge to remove artificial dyes by 2028.
- Seven petroleum-based dyes (Red 3, Red 40, Green 3, Blue 1, Blue 2, Yellow 5, Yellow 6) will be eliminated.
- The move follows calls from the Trump administration and recent commitments by Nestle, Kraft Heinz, and General Mills.
- Health experts caution that removing dyes doesn't make ice cream healthy; moderation is still advised due to sugars and saturated fats.
- FDA Commissioner hints at upcoming dietary guidelines challenging the link between saturated fat and heart disease.
- Health advocates cite potential neurobehavioral issues in children from artificial dyes, though FDA maintains approved dyes are safe.
- New natural color additives, like gardenia blue, are being approved for use in foods.
- FDA encourages faster removal of Red 3, banned in January, though compliance remains voluntary.
- Critics argue voluntary actions may not guarantee compliance, calling for stricter regulations.