Karnataka Warns Artificial Food Colours Used In Cake Can Cause Cancer; Here's How

Over 12 cake samples in local bakeries were found to contain cancer-causing chemicals owing to artificially-coloured food dyes, according to the Karnataka Food Safety and Quality Department. Bengaluru cake shops have been urged by Karnataka's food safety authority to closely monitor the use of food colourants in their baked goods. Read on to know how these colours can cause cancer and other dangerous health issues.