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New Packaging Cuts Mercury Contamination in Canned Tuna by 35%0

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

Lab-Grown Meat Introduced in UK Pet Food Market 0

Report Pet food made from lab-grown meat has officially launched in the UK, marking a global first for commercially available cultivated meat products in the pet food sector. Meatly, the supplier behind the innovation, introduced its “chick bites” as the first pet food items derived from cultivated meat to reach the market. The company stated

MP Calls for Stricter Regulations and Higher Taxes on Junk Food 0

Report Rajya Sabha BJP MP Sujeet Kumar on Friday urged the government to enforce stricter regulations on packaged foods and introduce higher taxes to curb the significant rise in junk food consumption. He emphasized that without immediate action, the growing trend could lead to severe health consequences for the population. Link Between Junk Food and

Why Healthy Eating in India Comes at a High Price 0

In India, healthy eating remains out of reach for many due to the high cost of nutritious foods. While junk food and processed snacks are cheap and widely available, fresh produce, lean proteins, and other wholesome foods are often unaffordable. This growing price gap, coupled with low-income levels, makes it difficult for a large portion

Kasaragod Hotels Face Health Crackdown 0

Report The Kasaragod municipal health department conducted inspections across the city, uncovering expired food, banned plastic products, and poor waste management practices in several hotels and canteens. Officials confiscated expired food items from several establishments, including Signature Metro on MG Road, Udupi Arya Bhavan in Karanthakkad, and Shalimar, Century, Moonlight, and Homecho near the new

Mass Donut Recall in US and Canada Due to Listeria Risk 0

Report Over two million assorted doughnut products have been recalled in the US and Canada due to the risk of contamination with Listeria monocytogenes (Listeria). The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that Listeria is the third leading cause of foodborne illness-related deaths in the United States. FDA Issues Recall Notice for Assorted

16 Students Fall Ill After Lizard Found in Lunch at Bharathiar University Hostel 0
- Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- February 10, 2025
Report On Thursday, February 6, 2025, someone found a deceased lizard in the lunch served to sixteen students at a girls’ hostel at Bharathiar University in Coimbatore, leading to their treatment for suspected food poisoning. The incident started when one student experienced nausea and went to Kalveeranpalayam Primary Health Centre for help. After receiving first
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Centre Sets Up Panel to Combat Deceptive Food Ads on Processed Foods 0
- Food Laws, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- February 10, 2025
Report The Centre has set up a 19-member committee led by the Union Minister of Food Processing Industries, Chirag Paswan, to combat false information in the processed food sector. The committee, which includes representatives from various ministries and industry bodies, aims to address deceptive advertising and promote ethical marketing practices. Committee’s Role and Responsibilities The
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Hidden Danger in Peanut Spicy Masala: How Moisture Leads to Toxic Fungal Growth 0
- Resources
- February 7, 2025
Authors: Athira D, Biya V. Jomon & Sunitha Poulose Introduction Peanut Spicy Masala, known for its distinct flavour, is vulnerable to microbial contamination due to improper roasting, handling, and storage. The thin, porous peanut shell allows moisture, air, and fungal spores to easily infiltrate, creating conditions that promote microbial growth. Moisture, particularly from high humidity
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New Packaging Cuts Mercury Contamination in Canned Tuna by 35%0

Lab-Grown Meat Introduced in UK Pet Food Market 0

MP Calls for Stricter Regulations and Higher Taxes on Junk Food 0

Why Healthy Eating in India Comes at a High Price 0

Kasaragod Hotels Face Health Crackdown 0

Mass Donut Recall in US and Canada Due to Listeria Risk 0

16 Students Fall Ill After Lizard Found in Lunch at Bharathiar University Hostel 0

Centre Sets Up Panel to Combat Deceptive Food Ads on Processed Foods 0

Hidden Danger in Peanut Spicy Masala: How Moisture Leads to Toxic Fungal Growth 0

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