Food Manifest 
Report To promote the importance of nutritious eating and timely vaccinations, the Chandigarh Immunisation Department and Food Safety Administration, in collaboration with the Don Bosco Navjeevan Society, organized an awareness campaign in Faidan village on Friday. The event aimed to educate the community about the role of healthy food and vaccinations in ensuring overall well-being.
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Report NSF has introduced Certification Guideline 537, ensuring non-food compounds and food equipment materials are free from harmful PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), also known as “forever chemicals.” These substances, used for their water- and stain-resistant properties, are linked to serious health risks like cancer and liver disease. Key Features of Certification Guideline 537 Evidence-Based:
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Key Update The food department of the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has found that several restaurants and food units in Ahmedabad served analogue (non-dairy) paneer while presenting it as regular milk paneer, without informing customers. Officials discovered that eateries used paneer made with vegetable fat and lower milk content but failed to disclose this on
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Key Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has directed all food businesses to stop using the term “tea” for herbal or plant-based infusions that are not made from the Camellia sinensis plant. The authority said only beverages derived from Camellia sinensis—such as Kangra tea, green tea and instant tea—can legally carry
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Non-stick cookware has revolutionized modern cooking, making it easier to prepare meals with minimal oil and effortless cleaning. However, concerns about potential health risks have led many to question its safety. The primary issue lies in the materials used for the non-stick coating, particularly PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) and its earlier association with PFOA (Perfluorooctanoic Acid). Additionally,
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Key Update Karnataka has banned artificial food colours in kebabs, chicken, fish, and vegetarian dishes, the Union Health Ministry confirmed. Authorities imposed the ban, citing serious health risks from harmful chemicals in these colours. India’s Food Colour Standards The Food Safety and Standards (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) Regulations, 2011, regulate food colouring in
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