Red No. 3, also known as Erythrosine, is a synthetic dye made from petroleum. It’s used as a color additive in food and ingested drugs to give them a "bright cherry-red color," according to an ...

Many food dyes are synthetic and derived from ... The article’s authors reported that Red No. 3 is made with erythrosine. This petroleum derivative increases student hyperactivity and is often ...

Summer brings a surge in watermelon sales-and in fruit adulteration. Viral videos showing chemicals being injected into ...

Sweet and juicy watermelon is what everyone looks forward to for summer. Apart from being refreshing and hydrating, it is also loaded with many nutrients. However, there can be a chance of your ...

In January, the FDA announced plans to ban Red 3 food colouring in food, supplements, and ingestible drugs. Known as erythrosine or FD&C Red No. 3, the dye provides a cherry-red hue and is used in ...

who have urged the Food Safety and Drug Administration Department to monitor stalls and ensure that only quality watermelons are being sold. The use of erythrosine, a synthetic dye, to enhance ...