Don’t Believe Every Viral Post You See Social media churns out a steady stream of bizarre claims and half-truths about food. In an age where food influences lifestyle choices, these posts often trigger unnecessary fear. Two persistent rumours that still circulate widely are about the wax coating on apples and so-called “plastic vegetables.” Let’s clear
READ MOREReport The Shimla district administration has launched a special awareness campaign to promote food safety and hygiene along the National Highway stretch from Shoghi to Narkanda. Running until January 10, the initiative educates shopkeepers, hotel owners, dhaba operators, and street vendors on maintaining food quality and adhering to regulations. Campaign Ensures Food Safety During Tourist
READ MOREIt might surprise you to learn that the same substance used to protect furniture is also used as a shiny coating for foods. As hard as it is to believe, it’s true! This material is called shellac, a wax and a natural resin that acts as an adhesive and is responsible for the extended durability
READ MOREWith food prices climbing and the future feeling uncertain, many people are looking for ways to stretch their budgets and cut down on waste. Stocking up on shelf-stable foods is one simple, effective solution. Whether you’re prepping for emergencies, buying in bulk to save money, or just trying to limit trips to the store, these
READ MOREYoung Woman Battles for Life After Eating Shawarma Three people from Irinjalakuda fell sick after eating shawarma and shawai from Real Arabia Hotel in Ravipuram, Kochi, on June 16. By evening, they suffered vomiting, fever, and diarrhea and sought treatment in Kochi. One young woman’s condition worsened, forcing her family to shift her from Angamaly
READ MOREReport At least 20 people, mostly young adults, landed in hospitals across Thiruvananthapuram after eating shawarma from Istanbul Grills and Rolls in Manacaud. By early Saturday morning, multiple individuals reported symptoms including nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal cramps, and fever after consuming the food on Friday evening. Hospitals, including KIMS, PRS, SP Fort, and Al Arif,
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