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Do Food Additives Cause Hyperactivity and Behaviour Problems in a Geographically Defined Population of 3-5 Year Olds?

Objective

This research project aims to find out whether certain food additives influence the behaviour of young children.

More information

This study looked at the influence of certain food additives on the behaviour of three-year-old children.

<p>Find more about this project and other FSA food safety-related projects at the <a href="http://www.food.gov.uk/science/research/&quot; target="_blank">Food Standards Agency Research webpage</a>.

Institution
St. Mary's Hospital, Isle of Wight
Start date
1997
End date
2000
Funding Source
Food Standards Agency
Project number
T07004
Categories
Chemical Contaminants