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FDA to Ban Harmful Dyes by 2026, Activist Celebrates

4/24/2025

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In a spirited press conference in Washington, food activist Vani Hari hailed the FDA's commitment to ban harmful petroleum-based dyes from our food by 2026. Joined by Governor Patrick Morrisey and FDA Commissioner Marty Makary, Hari's relentless advocacy has resonated with the public, amassing over 461,000 signatures on her petition against artificial colors.

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In a spirited press conference in Washington, food activist Vani Hari hailed the FDA's commitment to ban harmful petroleum-based dyes from our food by 2026. Joined by Governor Patrick Morrisey and FDA Commissioner Marty Makary, Hari's relentless advocacy has resonated with the public, amassing over 461,000 signatures on her petition against artificial colors.