Some of the food dyes have been linked to behavioural problems in some, but not all, children.

Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr is set to announce a ban on certain artificial food dyes in the US, according to a statement from the health agency.

Kennedy plans to announce the phasing out of petroleum-based synthetic dyes as a “major step forward in the Administration’s efforts to Make America Healthy Again” the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) said on Monday.

No exact dates for the changes were provided, but HHS said Kennedy would announce more details at a news conference on Tuesday.

The dyes - which are found in dozens of foods, including breakfast cereals, candy, snacks and beverages - have been linked to neurological problems in some children.

    • FenderStratocaster@lemmy.worldEnglish
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      1 month ago

      Deli meats are generally considered unhealthy due to their high levels of sodium, preservatives, and potential links to cancer. It’s best to consume them in moderation.

      • DominusOfMegadeusEnglish
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        1 month ago

        How much processed meat consumption, though? And what denotes “processed?”