Original Gourmet, Christmas Hand Decorated Cookie by Original Gourmet Food Company Inc. (Snacks). Greenveil's read: consider avoiding (food-health band "critical"). 8 additives of concern.
TartrazineSouthampton study link to hyperactivity/attention effects in children; can trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.
Sunset yellow FCFSouthampton Six colour; hyperactivity/attention concern in children.
Allura red ACSouthampton Six colour; hyperactivity/attention concern in children.
Titanium dioxidePossible genotoxicity (DNA/chromosomal damage) could not be ruled out; no longer considered safe as a food additive.
ErythrosineIodine-based red dye; thyroid effects in animal studies; restricted uses.
Brilliant blue FCFSynthetic dye; allergic-type reactions reported in sensitive individuals.
Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT)Antioxidant; animal-study tumour/endocrine signals; structurally related to BHA.
DiphosphatesInorganic phosphate additives are highly bioavailable; high additive-phosphate intake is associated with increased cardiovascular and kidney burden, particularly in chronic kidney disease.
Per-ingredient concern · chemical identity, not food safety
