The FDA wants food makers to drop synthetic dyes, but Chicago-based candy companies say supply issues and consumer demand make that difficult.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Monday approved a new blue color additive derived from the fruit of the gardenia, a flowering evergreen. The color is approved for use in sports drinks, ...

According to today's announcement from the FDA, an estimated 40% of the food industry has committed to voluntarily phasing out petroleum-based dyes. That includes major brands like Heinz and General ...