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Ensuring the Safety of Unniyappam: Investigating the Causes and Solutions to Yeast and Mould Contamination 0
- Resources
- February 5, 2025
Authors: Sunitha Poulose, Athira D, Biya V. Jomon Introduction Unniyappam, a cherished traditional snack, is prepared using ingredients such as rice flour, jaggery, bananas, and coconut. However, its high moisture content makes it particularly susceptible to microbial contamination, especially from yeast and mould. Processing challenges, including improper fermentation, insufficient drying, and prolonged exposure to moisture,
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Why Do Fruit Cakes Last So Long? Uncover the secret to their long shelf life!0
- A to Z, General, Health & Wellness
- February 5, 2025
Ever wondered why fruit cakes last so much longer than other cakes? While most cakes spoil within a few days or weeks, fruit cakes can stay fresh for months—even years! It’s not magic; it’s science. The secret lies in the ingredients and preservation methods. Sugar and alcohol act as natural preservatives, while dried fruits and
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Telangana Joins NIN to Improve Food Safety in Gurukuls 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Laws
- February 5, 2025
Report The Telangana Social Welfare Residential Educational Institutions Society (TGSWREIS) is partnering with the National Institute of Nutrition (NIN) to boost food safety and quality across its institutions. This collaboration aims to improve meal standards and nutritional quality, ensuring that students receive safe, hygienic, and nutritious food every day. Common Diet Plan for Uniform Food
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Telangana’s First Microbiology Lab to Combat Food Adulteration 0
- Food Laws, Food Safety, News
- February 5, 2025
Report Hyderabad will host Telangana’s first ultra-modern microbiology lab, designed to test the purity of packaged foods, detect adulteration, and identify pathogens and microorganisms. Located at the State Food Laboratory in Nacharam, this 4.5 crore facility, approved by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), will use both imported and locally sourced equipment,
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27% of Food Samples Fail in Haryana as FDA Faces Staff Shortage 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Food Safety, News
- February 5, 2025
Report As per reports, between January 1, 2020, and July 23, 2024, the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) in Haryana collected 16,144 food samples to assess their safety and quality. The FDA determined that 4,398 of these samples, or 27%, failed the tests and deemed them unfit for human consumption, according to information obtained through
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Boost Your Health with Naturally Fermented Lactic Acid Foods 0
- A to Z
- February 4, 2025
Lactic acid, or 2-hydroxypropanoic acid, is a naturally occurring organic acid that forms during the fermentation of carbohydrates like sugars and starch. Commonly found in fermented foods, it plays a vital role in food preservation by inhibiting the growth of harmful microorganisms. Aside from its preservative qualities, lactic acid offers numerous health benefits, particularly when
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