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Report Dr. Vijay Surase, a senior cardiologist at Jupiter Hospital, Thane, explains that adults should consume 2–4 tablespoons of oil daily, depending on factors such as age, sex, and physical activity. Consuming more than this can lead to fat storage, disrupt hormonal balance, and promote overeating. As a result, this contributes significantly to weight gain
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Report In response to a quarter of food samples failing to meet quality standards in 2024, the health department has begun enforcing stricter food safety regulations. This includes, notably, the addition of 16 mobile food testing units and the establishment of a new microbiology laboratory in Jaipur to detect bacterial contamination in food items. Challenges
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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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Seafood is a powerhouse of nutrition, providing high-quality protein, essential vitamins, minerals, and heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Regular consumption is associated with numerous health benefits, including enhanced cardiovascular health, cognitive function, and optimal growth in children. However, mercury contamination in fish and shellfish raises concerns about its safety, particularly for pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and
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Overview Obesity, a chronic and complex disease, is a major contributor to various non-communicable diseases (NCDs), including cancer. Recently, a team of doctors from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) addressed the media to discuss the implications of obesity and poor dietary habits and stressed the importance of a balanced diet. Low Intake
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Report Scientists at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden have developed a novel packaging method that lowers mercury levels in canned tuna by 35%, addressing a major health concern associated with consuming the fish. The research team created an active packaging system that utilizes a water-based cysteine solution to interact with the fish and reduce
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