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Oncologists Urge Strict Food Safety Measures to Prevent Cancer 0
- Event, Food Safety, General, News
- February 7, 2025
Report On World Cancer Day, IMA oncologists warned that various factors contribute to cancer, with contaminated food being a significant risk. Dr S K Kundu, an oncologist, emphasized the urgent need for laws that impose severe penalties on vendors selling food prepared in unsanitary conditions. He criticized street food vendors’ widespread use of cheap and
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Toxicological Risks of Microbial Contamination in Roasted Peanuts: A Critical Health Concern 0
- Resources
- February 6, 2025
Authors: Sunitha Poulose, Kochurani Abraham & Linda Joise George Introduction Roasted peanuts, a staple in Kerala’s culinary tradition, are highly prone to contamination by yeasts and moulds due to their direct contact with soil, which harbours a variety of microorganisms. Soil moisture and organic matter create favourable conditions for microbial growth. As peanuts mature, their
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Determining the Shelf Life of Processed Foods: Key Factors and Methods 0
- Food Safety
- February 6, 2025
Determining the shelf life of processed foods is essential for maintaining food safety, quality, and consumer satisfaction. Shelf life refers to the period during which a product remains safe for consumption while preserving its sensory qualities, such as taste, texture, and appearance. This is particularly challenging for processed foods with extended shelf lives or modified
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FDCA Seizes Contaminated Paneer in Gujarat Dairy Raid 0
- Food Safety
- February 6, 2025
Report On February 4, 2025, the Food and Drug Control Administration (FDCA) raided Dwarkesh Dairy Products in Ahmedabad, Guajrat seizing 1,500 kilograms of contaminated paneer and raw materials used in production. The FDCA’s special squad from Gandhinagar carried out the raid based on a confidential tip-off. During the operation, officials discovered adulterants, including palm oil
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Nine Fall Ill After Eating Grilled Chicken at Madurai Restaurant 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- February 6, 2025
Report On February 4, 2025, at least nine individuals became ill after consuming grilled chicken at a restaurant on Chinnakadai Street in Madurai’s Sholavandan area, raising concerns about food safety in local eateries. Victims Seek Medical Attention Among the affected individuals, four were hospitalized at Sholavandan Government Hospital, while the remaining five, who suffered from
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Food Safety Alert: Buckwheat Flour Ban Before Mahashivratri 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- February 6, 2025
Report The food safety department in Noida, has issued a stern warning to eight manufacturers of buckwheat flour, banning the sale of products older than 15 days. This measure comes ahead of Mahashivratri on February 26, when followers typically consume bread made from buckwheat (kuttu) flour to break their fasts. Legal Consequences for Violators Sarvesh
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