APP. FIVE ON YOUR HEALTH TONIGHT, THERE’S A FEDERAL BAN ON RED DYE. NUMBER THREE, THAT’S THE INGREDIENT THAT CREATES A BRIGHT CHERRY RED COLOR WHEN IT’S ADDED TO FOOD AND TO DRINKS AND TO DRUGS. BUT ...

A California law outlawed the ingredient at foods served in public schools. Red Dye No. 40, a synthetic food dye that's used to achieve a bright crimson color in condiments and candy alike, has been a ...