About Colleen Ludgate

I am the Editor/Community Manager for the Q&A Social Networking site, FunAdvice.com. I'm also a certified Chef/Pastry Chef and Community Food Advisor.

Caramel colouring can cause cancer

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It’s in many of our favourite foods, but its most commonly known appearance is in the ingredient listing of most cola-type soft drinks. Caramel colouring has been a well-used substitute for real caramel in foods and drinks for years, but the type used specifically in dark coloured beverages, Caramel IV, is the one that is currently making headlines as a cancer-causing agent.Also known as More…

Hidden Ingredient in Food Could Be Killing You

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Reading “Nutrition Facts” labels has become commonplace for those More…