Oklahoma lawmaker proposes ban on artificial dyes, additives in foods in the state
As national conversation behind the health effects of artificial dyes picks up, an Oklahoma lawmaker is looking to ban some of those dyes in the Sooner State.S
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Ban on Red Dye 3 receives praise by Oklahoma senator for food safety
This week, the Food and Drug Administration announced a nationwide ban on “red Dye 3,” a food additive with possible links to cancer and other serious health issues. “My goal is to ensure that parents can trust the safety of the products they buy for their families,” Senator Kristen Thompson said.
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FDA ban on red dye #3 applauded by Oklahoma lawmaker
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Oklahoma lawmaker, food additives opponent on Red 3 dye: 'This ban is a start'
We should celebrate this step, but our efforts must continue,” Sen. Kristen Thompson said. “There are still a number of additives and chemicals in our food supply that warrant closer scrutiny."
Metro business, families “support” FDA ban on dye; legislation could ban more
The FDA banned the dye called Red 3 from the nation’s food supply. The additive was taken out of makeup 35 years ago because of potential cancer risk, but it was not removed from food.