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Carmine

12/08/2017 / By Michelle Simmons

Carmine – toxicity, side effects, diseases and environmental impacts

Carmine is a red pigment or dye that can be derived from insects. These insects, referred to as Dactylopius coccus, originate from South America and Mexico that live as parasites on cactus plants. The pigment can be obtained from the body and eggs of the insect. Carmine is typically used as a food colorant and […]

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