Adulterated watermelons, treated with harmful chemicals like synthetic dyes and calcium carbide, pose health risks. FSSAI's ...

Thousands of pounds of illegal American candy, pickles and drinks have been removed from sale from shops across Newcastle.

While fully artificial watermelons are rare, cases of adulteration, like the use of chemical dyes to deepen the red colour or ...

From dyes to additives and more, there are certain ingredients - and therefore American foods - that are banned in other ...

Chemicals added to a watermelon not only make the fruit sweeter but also extend its shelf life. However, a few, like erythrosine B - a red food dye—have been linked to serious potential side effects ...

Most additives are only permitted to be used in certain foods and are subject to specific quantitative limits, so it is important to note this list should be used in conjunction with the appropriate ...

The use of erythrosine, a synthetic dye, to enhance sweetness and make watermelon pulp appear redder has raised health concerns among consumers. Watermelon is a popular fruit in the summer ...

The World Health Organization analyzed a number of studies on erythrosine, which is Red Dye No. 3, and concluded that “dietary exposures to erythrosine for all age groups do not present a health ...