The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is banning a synthetic food dye that gives foods and drinks a pop of bright red color. However, it will be a few years before the ban goes into full effect. The ban is the result of the Delaney Clause of the Federal Food,

But why are these dyes being banned right now, and should we look for them on our labels? Is it time to avoid food dyes altogether? We asked our nutrition editor and registered di

Citing potential health risks, West Virginia signed into law a ban of seven artificial food dyes and two preservatives from drugs and food sold in the state.