The Top Food Allergens Kids Need To Avoid

Artificial Food Coloring

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According to research, artificial food coloring, such as yellow number five and other food coloring dyes, have been linked to hyperactivity and attention deficit disorders in children. While your child may not experience an actual allergy attack from consuming artificial food coloring, he or she may benefit from removing these foods from their diet. Common foods with artificial food coloring include boxed macaroni and cheese, fruit snacks, cheese-flavored crackers, and candy such as lollipops and other sweets.

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