FDA Urges Food Industry to Ditch Artificial Dyes  

The FDA is asking food makers to voluntarily phase out six synthetic food dyes — including Red No. 40 and Yellow No. 5 — by the end of 2026. Backed by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the move stops short of a full ban but aims to preempt a confusing state-by-state patchwork. It marks a turning point for ingredient transparency, as pressure mounts on brands to swap out dyes linked to behavioral issues and health concerns.