Food Manifest 
Key Update The Food Safety Department has shut down a soda manufacturing unit after a dead baby snake was found inside a bottle of jeera soda purchased from a fast-food outlet in Vellangallur in the Thrissur district of Kerala. A customer who ordered jeera soda at a local eatery discovered a dead baby snake inside
READ MOREKey Update Pani puri, one of India’s most beloved and affordable street foods, appeals to people of all age groups. However, repeated concerns about hygiene and food safety continue to trouble consumers, especially as disturbing videos of unhygienic practices circulate on social media. In a shocking incident in Virar in Palghar in Maharashtra, locals allegedly
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A healthy gut supports digestion, nutrient absorption, immune function, and overall well-being. A recent study found that snacking on almonds can significantly improve gut health. The researchers showed that adding almonds to your daily snack routine may help support a healthier gut microbiome and promote better digestive health. This article explores the study’s key findings
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Key Update People of all ages enjoy instant noodles because they are quick, easy to prepare, and tasty. Many eat them for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. However, most instant noodles are made from refined wheat (maida) and contain very little fibre or essential nutrients. Hidden Health Concerns Seasoning packets often contain excessive sodium, sometimes exceeding
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Report The Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) in Surat, Guajrat is launching a focused nighttime sanitation and hygiene drive targeting food courts that operate late into the night. Scattered across the city, these hubs house multiple food stalls and serve large volumes of prepared food. Health Teams to Enforce Hygiene Standards Unlike previous irregular checks, this
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Key Development Researchers in China have created a smartphone test that detects pesticides and antibiotics in food within just 10 seconds. This easy-to-use method uses special glowing materials called uranium organic frameworks (UOFs) that react to harmful chemicals by changing colour and brightness. Three different UOFs are designed to target specific groups of pesticides and
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