Summary:
- Artificial food dyes are commonly used in many processed snack foods, including Skittles and Flamin' Hot Cheetos.
- There are concerns that these artificial dyes may have negative health effects, especially for children, including hyperactivity, allergic reactions, and potential links to cancer.
- However, the FDA and other regulatory bodies currently consider the approved artificial dyes to be safe for consumption in the approved amounts, though some experts argue more research is needed on their long-term impacts.