Synthetic Colorings and Neurodevelopmental Disorders (ADHD)
In this episode, we discuss chemical dyes - Red 40, and Yellow 5 and how they affect our emotional behaviour. We talk about the role of dyes in neuropsychiatric conditions such as ADHD and their potential link to impulsivity, "brain buzzing" and inattention.
I discuss the TED Talk - The Effects Of Artificial Food Dyes | Dr. Rebecca Bevans | TEDxCarsonCity. Dr. Rebecca Bevans is a professor and researcher with a PhD in cognitive neuroscience. Her story emerged through her experience with her son when his behaviour became "problematic". She now shares the journey of how dye-free living has changed both her son's and family's life.
Which can be watched in full here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nQzOHAwCfXs
I share my personal experience with dyes and when I first noticed a mental effect after taking BCAAs (Branched-chain amino acids). After years of research, it turns out Red 40 was to blame.
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Chapters
[0:00] Intro
[2:13] TedTalk Intro - Dr. Rebecca Bevans
[2:40] Dyes & Commerical Labeling
[3:03] TedTalk Clip - The Effects Of Artificial Food Dyes
[4:10] Current Trends With ADHD Diagnosis
[5:41] The "Brain Buzz" On Chemicals
[6:30] Pulling Red 40 From The Diet
[8:15] Commerical Labeling in Canada, USA and Europe
[9:06] What Are Commerical Dyes For?
[10:00] Research On Dyes
[11:07] My Personal Story With BCAAs
[13:50] Research On Specific Dyes
[14:50] Review Of Artificial Colors on Mood & Sleep
[15:20] The Gut Health Connection
[17:06] Bioaccumulation
[18:02] Connecting Symptoms Said To be Associated
[20:00] Functional Medicine Testing
[21:47] Foods To Look At
[24:30] Check Your Ketchup
[25:00] Closing Remarks
