August 2022 PMID 35955015

Dietary Exposure to United States Food and Drug Administration-Approved Synthetic Food Colors in Children, Pregnant Women, and Women of Childbearing Age Living in the United States.

Asa Bradman, Rosemary Castorina, Ruwan Thilakaratne, Mayela Gillan, Teja Pattabhiraman, Anuroop Nirula, Melanie Marty, Mark D Miller

Mentions

4
Peak: 2 in Feb 2025
across 2 sources since Aug 2022

Extended reach

1,062
potential audience

Total likes

0

Video views

56

Mentions per month

Aug 2022 – Jun 2025

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter2 posts
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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions reflect a general agreement on the significance of the research, with many mentioning the disproportionate exposure in vulnerable groups such as children and low-income communities. Participants use words like 'concerning,' 'urgent,' and 'must address' to emphasize the study's importance, indicating both interest and recognition of potential health impacts.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions show acknowledgment of the study's importance, with some expressing concern about synthetic food colors and their health effects.

InterestModerate interest

Participants demonstrate moderate interest, referencing specific findings like higher exposure among children and certain demographics.

EngagementModerate engagement

Conversations include sharing of viewpoints, mentioning specific food sources, and calling for further research, indicating active engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The posts suggest the publication has meaningful implications, prompting calls for regulatory review and increased awareness.

Abstract in brief

  • The study investigates the levels of synthetic food colors (AFCs) consumed by children, pregnant women, and women of childbearing age in the US, highlighting concerns about potential behavioral effects in children.
  • It found that some groups, especially children, those with lower income and education, and African Americans, tend to have higher AFC exposure, with certain foods like juice drinks and ice cream being major sources.
  • Exposure to specific AFCs, notably Red No. 3 and No. 40, sometimes exceeded safety limits set by the FDA and WHO, indicating the need for further research into how these colors are absorbed and their potential health impacts.

Top posts

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MyJournals
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IJERPH, Vol. 19, Pages 9661: Dietary Exposure to United States Food and Drug Administration-Approved Synthetic Food Colors in Children, Pregnant Women, and Women of Childbearing Age Living in the United States https://t.co/WxVtqdQEWr

Aug 5, 2022 · 555 followers View post →
Vernors09
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@BrendaWShoop @DrMakaryFDA @MajorCBS https://t.co/XjcgHzeEY7

Jun 20, 2025 · 452 followers View post →

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Vernors09
@Vernors09 · X

@BrendaWShoop @DrMakaryFDA @MajorCBS https://t.co/XjcgHzeEY7

Jun 20, 2025 · 452 followers View post →
MyJournals
@myjournals · X

IJERPH, Vol. 19, Pages 9661: Dietary Exposure to United States Food and Drug Administration-Approved Synthetic Food Colors in Children, Pregnant Women, and Women of Childbearing Age Living in the United States https://t.co/WxVtqdQEWr

Aug 5, 2022 · 555 followers View post →