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- February 7, 2026
Food Manifest Lactose intolerance is a common digestive condition where the body lacks enough lactase, the enzyme needed to digest lactose, the sugar found in milk and dairy. Without lactase, lactose moves undigested into the colon, causing symptoms like bloating, gas, and stomach cramps. This condition can be genetic, age-related, or caused by gut issues. Fortunately, it’s
READ MORECourt Directs Regular Inspections On Wednesday, the Kerala High Court directed authorities to conduct regular inspections of hotels, vendors, and restaurants that sell shawarma to ensure strict compliance with the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. The court also ordered the revocation of licenses for eateries that sell shawarma without following safety regulations and mandated
READ MOREReport Food safety teams from the Commissioner of Food Safety inspected Shahi Dastarkhan, Bademiyan Kabab, and Khan-E-Khas, three prominent food business operators (FBOs) in Lakdi ka Pul, near Hyderabad, on Tuesday and Wednesday. The inspections uncovered several violations at all three establishments. Shahi Dastarkhan Inspectors identified multiple hygiene and structural issues, including greasy walls, ceilings
READ MOREFood Poisoning Incident in Kochi In Kochi, Kerala, the Government Medical College Hospital in Kalamassery admitted 75 individuals, mainly students from Kozhikode, who experienced suspected food poisoning after a picnic on Wednesday. The group, from Karunyatheeram Special School in Kattippara, Kozhikode, travelled to Kochi with their caregivers, who also required medical attention. The team comprised
READ MOREFood allergies and food intolerances often get confused, but they have key differences that are important for your health. A food allergy occurs when your immune system overreacts to a food protein, triggering symptoms that can range from mild to life-threatening. On the other hand, food intolerance involves difficulty digesting certain foods, leading to discomforts
READ MOREReport On Tuesday, nearly 30 students at Maganoor Zilla Parishad High School, Mahbubnagar, Telangana fell ill after consuming mid-day meals contaminated with food poisoning and worms. Authorities immediately transferred the affected students to the government hospital in Makthal for treatment. Around 3:30 p.m., the students complained of stomach pains and nausea shortly after eating. Due
READ MOREChemical hazards in food present significant risks to public health, ranging from mild discomfort to life-threatening diseases. These hazards can appear at any stage of the food production process, from farming to packaging and storage. Examples include naturally occurring toxins such as aflatoxins, residues of pesticides and fertilizers, and industrial pollutants like heavy metals and
READ MOREOverview The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued the Food Safety and Standards (Contaminants, Toxins, and Residues) First Amendment Regulations, 2024, setting limits for crop contaminants and banning the use of veterinary drugs in food production. Limits Set for Ochratoxin A and Deoxynivalenol in Food Products The regulations specify that the
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