Uploaded January 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Today we discuss the recent FDA announcement banning Red Dye Number 3, reflecting on the broader implications for food safety and consumer awareness. We chat about the need for vigilance in food choices, the importance of natural alternatives to food dyes, and the responsibility we have as consumers.
Some Takeaways:
-The FDA's ban on Red Dye Number 3 is a small step in food safety.
-It took over 30 years for this dye to be banned.
-There are 36 food dyes approved by the FDA, many of which are synthetic.
-Natural alternatives to food dyes are available & I share 5 of my favorites.
-Choosing healthier food options is a personal responsibility.
-It's important to find joy in making small changes to our diets.
-The food industry may take this opportunity to mislead consumers even more about healthy choices.
-Living a healthy life requires effort, but it is definitely rewarding.
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About Michelle Visser
Hi, so nice to meet you! Iâm Michelle, a former processed food junkie turned real-food enthusiast.
My husband and I live on a small New England farm and sugarbush with a lot of gardens. But Iâm passionate about helping folks have more real food in their lives, no matter where they live. No farm or garden required.
Popular topics on my channel include:
Real food
Pantry staple recipes
From scratch cooking
Tea blends & how to make them
Sugarmaking
The Simple Doesnât Mean Easy podcast
Visit soulyrested.com for more, and subscribe to my YouTube channel to get new videos from me: youtube.com/michellevisser?sub_confirmation=1
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Podcast: soulyrested.com/podcast
CONTACT: michelle@soulyrested(dot)com
Today we discuss the recent FDA announcement banning Red Dye Number 3, reflecting on the broader implications for food safety and consumer awareness. We chat about the need for vigilance in food choices, the importance of natural alternatives to food dyes, and the responsibility we have as consumers.
Some Takeaways:
-The FDA's ban on Red Dye Number 3 is a small step in food safety.
-It took over 30 years for this dye to be banned.
-There are 36 food dyes approved by the FDA, many of which are synthetic.
-Natural alternatives to food dyes are available & I share 5 of my favorites.
-Choosing healthier food options is a personal responsibility.
-It's important to find joy in making small changes to our diets.
-The food industry may take this opportunity to mislead consumers even more about healthy choices.
-Living a healthy life requires effort, but it is definitely rewarding.
Go here to get show notes and special offers for podcast listeners in your inbox: soulyrested.com/podcast
Thanks for watching!
đClick here to subscribe for new videos: youtube.com/michellevisser?sub_confirmation=1
Grab my Pantry Checklist (loaded with discounts on my favorite ingredients) for free right here: soulyrested.com/pantry
FREE resources:
Learn how to use fresh milled flour: graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/k36hnsvbh7
Learn about kombucha (and grab some of my favorite recipes): graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/b91bdd18-3581-414f-b145-8acd2e508a52
Learn about dehydrating food: graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/fl36xcgpvq
Learn about baking with maple syrup: view.flodesk.com/pages/62116313e0eda1a0d870b747
Learn about making your own maple syrup: graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/q5ecjrundz
Looking for more free resources? Choose from even more FREE e-courses here: soulyrested.com/howto
My book: amzn.to/45Pt8Pu
My website: soulyrested.com
Instagram: instagram.com/souly.rested
Facebook: facebook.com/soulyrested
Pinterest: pinterest.com/soulyrested
All my favorite ingredients: soulyrested.com/the-best-ingredients-in-my-kitchen
About Michelle Visser
Hi, so nice to meet you! Iâm Michelle, a former processed food junkie turned real-food enthusiast.
My husband and I live on a small New England farm and sugarbush with a lot of gardens. But Iâm passionate about helping folks have more real food in their lives, no matter where they live. No farm or garden required.
Popular topics on my channel include:
Real food
Pantry staple recipes
From scratch cooking
Tea blends & how to make them
Sugarmaking
The Simple Doesnât Mean Easy podcast
Visit soulyrested.com for more, and subscribe to my YouTube channel to get new videos from me: youtube.com/michellevisser?sub_confirmation=1
đFind me in all the places:
My book: amzn.to/45Pt8Pu
My website: soulyrested.com
Instagram: instagram.com/souly.rested
Facebook: facebook.com/soulyrested
Pinterest: pinterest.com/soulyrested
Podcast: soulyrested.com/podcast
CONTACT: michelle@soulyrested(dot)com
