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Natural Food Dyes Synthetic Food Dyes

Prepared from natural sources such Chemically synthesized, often from


as tree, barks, stems, roots etc petroleum by-products.

Generally considered safer and have Considerable debate about safety.


fewer health risks. Some even have Have been linked to hyperactivity
health benet such as antioxidant. but are safe to consume in limit.

Usually offer a more limited range of Provide a wide range of vibrant,


colors. Less stable under conditions consistent colors. Typically more
like heat and light changes. stable under a range of conditions.

Examples : Examples :
• Beta Carotene • Brilliant Blue
• Turmeric • Citrus Red 2.
• Red Carmine • Erythrosine
• Paprika • Tartrazine
• Beet Juice • Sunset Yellow
• Blue Spirulina • Fast Green FCF

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