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April 12, 2009
Dye eggs differently
Challenge Yourself for: 24 Hours
Color us confused: Although the FDA has weighed in on FD&C Red Dye #40 and declared it safe, anecdotal claims abound that the dye causes health complaints in children and adults alike. Why risk it? When you’re coloring your Easter eggs this year, challenge yourself to experiment with richly hued, plant-based juices that are easy on your body and on the environment: pomegranate, beets, and spinach are a good start.
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I do find a difference in my daughters behavior after ingesting red #40. I try to avoid it at all costs. I should have thought about it for easter eggs. She doesn’t eat boiled eggs though… I do avoid dyes in foods whenever possible.