Problems Associated With Red #40

There is actually seven man-made food dyes used predominantly in the food manufacturing industry the most but the Red #40 has the distinction of being the most troublesome for adults and children alike. Reported adverse reactions like hyperactive behavior, allergic reactions or brain and sensory disorders are normal reports to many licensed practitioners.

Surprising Places To Find Red #40

Don't ever make the mistake with any of the food dyes, just because a food does not look red, blue, orange etc., this is not any indication there is no dyes in it. Many people are tricked by this situation.

 Also, it is not unusual that some foods actually add dye to an already existing product to make it look redder, more yellow etc.. This brightens up the colors which actually just makes it look more visually appealing. Manufacturers have already determined the buying public is easily swayed by their positive response to color. Because of this, manufacturing uses this to their greatest advantage.

So for some common "trick" foods that you need to check the ingredient label closely before purchasing, these include some of the following:

• vanilla cake frostings, pre-mixed
• Twinkies cupcakes
• Doritos (or many other snack-like chips and crackers)
• Marshmallows and marshmallow creme
• Some varieties of fresh fruits and vegetables (tomatoes, apples and oranges are standard dyed)
• Fresh cuts of meat from the butcher and grocer

This is just a short list of easily recognizable selections to most people. When you read the ingredient label on any of these, most people are amazed how and why are all those food dyes in there. This is just one easy example how Red #40 can easily be sliding into you or your child's diet even without your knowledge. Never assume just from color the item in question is safe. You must always read that food label.

Especially important now, many individual's with a diagnosis of ADD, ADHD or Autism have noticed remarkable improvements in symptoms just by eliminating ALL traces of Red #40 for three to six months from their diet. Children and adults both seem to get quieter and calmer, more in control of their life and surroundings in every day situations. Even family interactions are benefited, many times the uncontrollable outbursts are reduced or eliminated altogether.

This type of program is not a Do-It-Yourself at home testing project. You must have a doctor's supervision. Ask around and find an experienced practitioner that is willing to work with you.

Do not become overly expectant here though. It is warned, do not expect a 100% cure rate. For the largest percentage of families, many remark the improvements are so marked that life has become so much easier for both the afflicted child/adult and the other family members themselves.