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Leftover Cooked Chicken in the Fridge? Here’s How Long It’s Safe to Eat

Key Update Many people cook chicken in large batches and store the leftovers in the refrigerator for later meals like salads, sandwiches, or pasta. But an important food safety question often comes up: how long can cooked chicken safely stay in the fridge? Food safety experts warn that even properly cooked food can become unsafe

Read Before You Eat: FSSAI Urges Consumers to Check Food Labels

Key Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has urged consumers to read food labels carefully before purchasing packaged food products. The regulator said the information printed on product packaging helps people understand what they are consuming and make safer, healthier choices. The advisory was issued as part of the Eat Right

US Health Chief Flags High Sugar In Starbucks, Dunkin’ Coffee Drinks
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 9, 2026
Key Development Sugary coffee drinks sold by major chains such as Starbucks and Dunkin’ have come under scrutiny after US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. raised concerns about their safety, particularly for teenagers. As part of his “Make America Healthy Again” initiative, Kennedy has asked the companies to provide safety data
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Strawberries, Apples and More: Study Flags Pesticide Exposure in Popular Fruits
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 9, 2026
Key Update Fruits are widely recommended as part of a healthy diet. However, their outer surfaces may sometimes carry pesticide residues, raising concerns about long-term health exposure. A study published in the International Journal of Hygiene and Environmental Health suggests that regular consumption of certain fruits and vegetables may increase pesticide levels detected in the
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