Action on additives

In 2007, scientific research confirmed that mixtures of artificial food colourings and a commonly used food preservative can increase hyperactive behaviour in children.
These food additives have not been banned and companies continue to use them in children's food and children's medicines.

The Action on Additives website campaigns against the use of these food colouring additives.

Despite food industry claims that the additives are used in just a 'handful' of products, this website was able to list over 1,000 products found in the UK. Most of these were targeted at children.

Visit the website at http://www.actiononadditives.com/

Use the links below to view educational resources for teachers and students.