Food Manifest 
Allura Red, also known as FD&C Red No. 40, ranks among the most widely used synthetic food dyes worldwide. In India, manufacturers use it in a variety of products, such as candies, soft drinks, baked goods, and cosmetics. While the FSSAI approves its use, concerns about its health effects, particularly on children, have emerged. These
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Key Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a fresh food safety advisory asking consumers not to eat fruits or vegetables with stickers on them. These labels may look harmless, but they can leave adhesive residue that people should not consume, and that may pose health risks. FSSAI, which works
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Overview Cooking food at the correct temperature is not optional — it is essential. When you undercook food, bacteria and other microorganisms multiply quickly and turn it unsafe. Many people assume that only meat dishes pose a risk. However, even something as simple as the salad served alongside biryani can cause food poisoning. According to
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Food spoilage is the process that renders food unfit for consumption due to changes in its texture, flavour, aroma, or appearance. While spoiled food may not always pose a health risk, its altered qualities make it undesirable to eat. Beyond the inconvenience of wasting food, spoilage leads to significant economic losses and can contribute to
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Overview The city of Basti in Uttar Pradesh recently drew attention when a new incident of food adulteration came to light. Journalist Priya Singh shared a video on X (formerly Twitter) showing a vigilant customer filming adulterated pomegranate juice made with chemical additives. The video has gone viral, reigniting discussions on food safety and consumer
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