Blue 1 (Brilliant Blue FCF) in Candy: What You Should Know
Blue 1 is one of the most common artificial dyes in American candy. Here's what it is, where it's found, and what the research says about its safety.
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Dye-Free Gummy Bears
The pillar guide to red 40 free gummies, label rules, and how to shop dye-free candy with confidence.
Dye-Free Candy for Easter 2026: A Parent's Guide
Easter candy is full of artificial dyes. Here's how to fill baskets with dye-free alternatives your kids will love — including gummy bears, chocolate, and jelly beans.
Titanium Dioxide in Candy: Why It's Banned in Europe and Still Used in the US
Titanium dioxide (E171) makes candy look brighter and more opaque. The EU banned it in 2022. Here's what American candy buyers should know.
California Food Dye Ban 2027: What You Need to Know About Red 3 and Beyond
Learn about California's 2027 food dye ban, including Red 3, and how it impacts candy, snacks, and school foods. Discover safer, dye-free alternatives.
Why Natural Colors Matter in Gummy Bears—USA Gummies Leads the Way
Discover why USA Gummies uses fruit and vegetable extracts instead of artificial dyes like Red 40, and how it benefits your family's health.
Best Dye-Free Candy Brands in 2026
A guide to candy brands that use natural colors instead of artificial dyes. Updated for 2026 with the latest reformulations and new brands.
Dye-Free Snacks for Kids: A Parent's Guide
The best dye-free snacks for kids, from gummy bears to fruit snacks to crackers. How to read labels and find snacks with no artificial dyes.
Food Dyes and ADHD: What the Research Actually Says
Multiple studies link artificial food dyes to hyperactivity in children. Here's what the science shows, what regulators are doing, and what parents can try.
Is Red 40 Bad for You? What the Research Says
Red 40 is the most widely used artificial food dye in the US. Here's what scientists know about it, what regulators have done, and how to avoid it.