Ep. 371: The Surprising Consequences of Synthetic Dyes with Whitney & Brandon Cawood

Ep. 371: The Surprising Consequences of Synthetic Dyes with Whitney & Brandon Cawood

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In this episode of The Birth Lounge Podcast, I’m sitting down with Whitney and Brandon Cawood to uncover the hidden ways synthetic food dyes can impact your child’s health and behavior. We’re talking real-life symptoms like irritability, hyperactivity, sleep struggles, and even aggression — and the science that backs it up. Whitney and Brandon share their powerful story of discovering their son’s sensitivity to dyes, the huge transformation they saw after removing them, and how that journey turned into advocacy work.

We’re pulling back the curtain on industry resistance, why the FDA has been slow to act, and what legislation is (and isn’t) doing to protect families. You’ll get practical tips for spotting dyes in your pantry, finding dye-free swaps, and trusting your gut when it comes to your child’s health — even if the experts say otherwise. This is your crash course in advocating for your kids, one grocery trip at a time.

Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to Synthetic Dyes and Their Effects 01:07 Welcome to The Birth Lounge Podcast 01:37 The Secret Sauce to Pushing Course 02:00 Understanding the Anatomy of Pushing 04:06 Challenges in the Hospital System 05:26 A World Without Synthetic Food Dyes 07:17 How Synthetic Dyes Affect Children 10:24 The Cawood Family’s Story 17:12 Raising Awareness & Building Community 31:06 Genetics & Dye Sensitivity 34:35 The Push for Legislation & Safer Alternatives 37:03 The Health Toll of Synthetic Dyes 38:11 FDA Inaction & Public Pressure 41:23 Fighting for Education & Awareness 45:51 Barriers for Low-Income Families 48:14 Removing Harmful Chemicals from Daily Life 50:51 Why They Made a Documentary 52:25 Trust Issues with Regulatory Agencies 54:54 How Prevalent Synthetic Dyes Really Are 01:02:36 Easy Dye-Free Swaps 01:05:14 Industry Resistance to Change 01:07:55 State Efforts & Corporate Pushback 01:09:10 Empty Corporate Promises 01:12:25 The Worst Offending Dyes 01:17:42 Decoding Dye Labels 01:23:33 Parental Advocacy in a Broken System 01:31:54 Resources & Final Thoughts

BIO:

After discovering their child’s sensitivity to synthetic dyes, Brandon and Whitney Cawood, parents-turned-filmmakers, embarked on a journey to uncover the hidden impacts of these additives. Their documentary combines scientific insights and personal stories from affected families, revealing the unseen dangers of synthetic dyes. Through expert interviews and heartfelt narratives, the Cawoods aim to raise awareness of the profound effects these chemicals can have on individuals and families alike. Since beginning this journey, they’ve also become national advocates, working on legislation across the U.S. to help protect children from harmful food additives.

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