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Is Yellow 5 safe?

What it is

A synthetic lemon-yellow dye used in candy, chips, mac and cheese, sodas and pickles.

What families watch for

Some people, especially those sensitive to aspirin, report hives or itching. It is also one of the dyes with an EU warning label about attention in children.

Easy swap from Tasha

Turmeric, annatto or saffron give a warm yellow without a synthetic dye.

Also listed as: yellow 5, tartrazine, e102, yellow 5 lake, fd&c yellow 5

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Educational information only, not medical advice. Always read the package in your hand and talk to your doctor about allergies or health conditions.