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Update on products free of colours associated with hyperactivity
Friday 30 July 2010
The Agency has updated its list of product ranges that do not contain the six food colours associated with possible hyperactivity in young children.
Warning about drinking 'Zam Zam' water
Friday 30 July 2010
As Muslims observe Ramadan, the FSA advises that people should consider avoiding drinking bottled water described or labelled as Zam Zam water. This is because tests have shown ‘Zam Zam’ water sold in the UK, or brought into the UK for personal consumption, contains high levels of arsenic or nitrates.
New Board member for Northern Ireland appointed
Friday 30 July 2010
Dr Henrietta Campbell has been appointed as the new Board member for Northern Ireland and as the Chair of the Northern Ireland Food Advisory Committee (NIFAC).

