Page 75 - The Autoimmune Protocol

The Autoimmune Protocol

Yellow #6 has been associated with adrenal tumors in animal studies. It has also been
shown to cause hypersensitivity reactions that may become severe. Look for this on labels,
and especially on products like bakery goods, cereals, beverages, dessert powders,
candies, gelatin deserts, and sausage. This has also been added to some cosmetics and
drugs. Yellow #5 also causes hypersensitivity reactions, and has been linked to behavioral
issues in children.

Blue #1 has been shown to potentially lead to kidney tumors in mice. Blue #2 has been
linked to an increase in the risk of tumor development. In male rats, it was shown to
increase the risk of brain glioma development.

Green #3 is used in candies, beverages, ice creams and sorbet. It can also be found in
ingested drugs, lipsticks, and cosmetics that are applied externally. This particular food
coloring was shown to potentially cause bladder and testes tumors in male lab rats.

There are several types of red food coloring. Red #40 is the most popular and widely used
food coloring. It can be found in some beverages, bakery goods, dessert powders, candies,
cereals, foods, drugs, and cosmetics. This dye may be particularly dangerous if you are
suffering from an autoimmune disease, as it has been linked to the acceleration of
immune system tumors in studies with mice. This dye also causes allergic reactions in
many individuals. Red #3 is used in some sausage casings, oral medication, maraschino
cherries, baked goods, and candies. This toxic substance has been recognized by the FDA
as being a potential thyroid carcinogen in animals. Around 1990, it was banned in
externally applied drugs and cosmetics. Especially avoid this food coloring if you have any
sort of autoimmune issues with the thyroid, such as Hashimoto’s or Graves ’ disease.
Citrus Red #2 is used on the skins of many Florida oranges. This food coloring has been
shown to cause tumors in rodents, particularly in the bladder and urinary system and it
doesn’t even have to be consumed in large amounts to cause harm.

Dyes are very common is many foods, especially those geared towards children. It is
harrowing to think about what may result from children consuming large amounts of
these dyes over time. It may not be a coincidence that the rates of behavioral issues (as
well as hyperactivity) in children are on the rise with so many foods containing coloring
linked to these very same issues.

Not only is the fact that food colorings are linked to behavioral issues alarming, but the
many links to tumor growth in mice and other rodents is also cause for apprehension.
When it comes to food coloring, do your best to avoid it altogether. Read labels, and think
twice before consuming (or letting children consume) those colorful drinks and snacks.

Flavor Enhancers and Sweeteners
Many flavor enhancers and artificial sweeteners began their journey in a lab. Most are not
at all natural. They were created to make food taste better, which causes issues in itself,

75