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Artificial Colors in Food Debunked | Costa Rica News
Artificial food colors are everywhere—from candy to dairy—and while they’re engineered to look vibrant and meet global safety standards, some experts warn they may harbor hidden risks. Recent studies flagged common additives like tartrazine and erythrosine as possible endocrine disruptors, potentially linked to obesity, diabetes, and allergies. Yet regulators insist these ingredients undergo strict testing before hitting shelves, especially for export markets like the U.S. and EU. Natural alternatives like turmeric exist but aren’t yet stable or scalable enough to replace synthetics—so for…
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