To protect consumers, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a nationwide recall of canned tuna sold at grocery stores due to a potential botulism risk. The affected products, made using tuna sourced from Tri-Union Seafoods, are sold under popular brand names, including Genova, Van Camp’s, H-E-B, and Trader Joe’s. The recall spans dozens […]
By: Lorne J. Hofseth |Editorial credit: Scott Habermann / Shutterstock.com Red 3 – also called FD&C Red No. 3, erythrosine or E127 – has been widely used in food, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals since its FDA approval in 1969. You’ve likely encountered Red 3 before. It’s a common additive to many candies, beverages, baked goods, cereals, maraschino […]
By Staff Writer | Editorial credit: paulaah293 / shutterstock.com Washington, D.C. — January 15, 2025: In a significant move aimed at improving public health, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has officially banned the use of Red No. 3, an artificial colorant commonly used to give food and beverages a bright, cherry-red hue. The ban, […]