At least a dozen US states rush to ban common food dyes, citing health risks

RFK Jr's Maha' giving fresh momentum to longtime efforts to outlaw additives, which is now a bipartisan movement

At least a dozen US states - from traditionally conservative Oklahoma to liberal-leaning New York - are rushing to pass laws outlawing commonly used dyes and other chemical additives in foods, citing a need to protect public health.

In one of the most far-reaching efforts, West Virginia last week advanced a sweeping ban on a range of common food dyes that have been linked to health problems, particularly for children, with overwhelming support from both Republicans and Democrats.