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Key Update For years, scientists and chefs have searched for a protein source that is both nutritious and eco-friendly, and the answer may lie in crickets. These tiny insects are now being processed into flour that can enrich bread, pasta, snack bars, and soups, offering a nutrient-packed ingredient with a very low environmental footprint. Cricket
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Key Development The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has announced changes to the Food Safety and Standards (Labelling and Display) Regulations, 2020. The updated rules, called the Food Safety and Standards (Labelling and Display) First Amendment Regulations, 2025, will come into force on July 1, 2026. The revision aims to make labelling
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Key Update In response to consumer complaints about misleading substitutions, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in Maharashtra has made it mandatory for food establishments using analogue paneer to display its composition on menus, premises, or packaging. Although the use of cheese analogues in the food service sector has been legally permitted since 2021, FDA
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Key Update The Food Safety Commissionerate in Kerala detected dangerous levels of chemicals in food samples collected between April 2024 and March 2025. Tests revealed artificial food colours, pesticides, preservatives, and contaminants. Some foods contained pesticide residues more than 3500% above the permitted limit, raising serious health concerns. Industrial Dyes and Carcinogens Found in Common
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Key Update In salads and smoothies, we often mix different types of fruits together. While this may seem healthy, certain fruit combinations are not so good for gut health. They can cause bloating and lead to nutrient loss. Here are six fruit combinations you should avoid. Acidic and Sweet Fruits Do not combine acidic fruits
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Key Development Bollywood star Ranveer Singh is swapping the big screen for your protein shaker. The actor has launched SuperYou Pro, a vegan protein powder made from fermented yeast, priced at around ₹3,000 per kg. Singh calls it “the future of protein.” What the Brand Says SuperYou Pro skips whey and regular plant sources, instead
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