Food Manifest 
Report In a major move toward cleaner ingredients, nearly 90% of ice cream manufacturers in the United States have pledged to eliminate artificial food colours from their products by 2028. Health officials announced the decision, calling it a step toward meeting consumer demand for more natural options. Why Are Companies Making This Change? The decision
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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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Report Two major US food companies — Kraft Heinz and General Mills — have announced plans to eliminate artificial dyes from their food products sold in the United States by the end of 2027. The move comes amid growing consumer concerns and scientific debate over the potential health effects of synthetic colours, especially on children.
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Key Update US federal health officials announced on Tuesday (February 11) that they will reassess the safety of butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA), a preservative used in foods such as potato chips, breakfast cereals, frozen meals, and meat products. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a new request for information on BHA and began a
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Report After years of advocacy by various participants in the coconut industry, the US has recently removed coconut from its list of food allergens. This decision has delighted coconut farmers, primarily from southern India. Until now, the US government classified coconut as a tree nut under the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act. The
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Key Update With Onam driving a surge in milk demand, the Kerala government has intensified border inspections to block adulterated milk from entering the state. The Dairy Development and Food Safety Departments are jointly enforcing strict quality checks at major entry points. Milk arrivals have nearly doubled in the lead-up to Onam, raising concerns about
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