Science Quickly The Health Risks of Alcohol, a Red Dye Ban and Commercial Space Flights
Jan 20, 2025
Moderate alcohol consumption could pose serious health risks, even potentially increasing cancer chances. The FDA has banned Red No. 3 dye in food, raising questions about its safety. Experts are challenging the traditional BMI measurement for obesity, suggesting more accurate methods. In space news, SpaceX successfully launched lunar landers, but faced setbacks with a vehicle explosion. Plus, a new venomous spider has been discovered in Australia, adding to the land's already fascinating wildlife.
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Moderate Drinking Risks
- Be mindful of alcohol consumption and its health risks, even moderate drinking.
- Don't start drinking or increase intake based on supposed health benefits.
Alcohol and Health
- Headlines about alcohol's benefits don't justify increased consumption.
- No level of alcohol consumption is safe, according to the World Health Organization.
Red Dye Ban
- Red Dye No. 3, made from petroleum, is banned in ingested products due to potential cancer risks.
- The ban follows a 2022 petition and the FDA's Delaney Clause.