Natural dyes and pigments, or biocolourants, can be derived from plants, bacteria and industrial by-products, but this process is more expensive and difficult than producing artificial colourants.

Foods with certain artificial colourants can cause allergic reactions in some people, according to the Federation of German Consumer Organisations. However, products that are coloured with fruit or ...

My 2.5 year old son has recently been diagnosed with Sensory modulation & processing problems which is strongly linked to hyperactivity. His Occupational Therapist has suggested we cut colourants & ...

If you, or a member of your family, suffer from a preservative or colourant allergy then it is important that you have tests done by your dr to determine exactly which colourants or preservatives must ...