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Report The Ernakulam District Development Committee has intensified efforts to ensure the quality of drinking water, prioritizing public safety. This decision followed reports from Thrikkakara Municipality highlighting a rise in communicable diseases, such as Hepatitis, linked to contaminated water sources. The Health Department, in collaboration with Thrikkakara Municipality, will conduct joint inspections of drinking water
READ MOREReport The Waltair Division of East Coast Railway has launched a special drive to guarantee the quality, pricing, and safety of food and beverages served on long-distance trains and at railway station stalls. This initiative, which began in November, addresses complaints of overcharging, encourages digital payments, and raises awareness among vendors and passengers. Surprise Inspections
READ MOREReport The food safety officials in Telangana have recently stepped up inspections across the state, focusing on cloud kitchens, restaurants, food manufacturing units, and bottled water suppliers. The authorities have reported discovering significant violations. Medak District: Unlicensed Facility and Labeling Violations On December 3, 2024, officials inspected M/s Sunny Foods in Kallakal village, Manoharabad Mandal,
READ MORENightshade vegetables, part of the Solanaceae family, include common foods like tomatoes, potatoes, eggplants, and bell peppers. These nutrient-packed foods are staples in many diets, but they spark debate in health circles, particularly regarding their potential impact on inflammation and autoimmune conditions. Some believe nightshades worsen symptoms in people with conditions like arthritis or inflammatory
READ MOREFood Safety Action Against Three Momo Shops The food safety department has taken action against three Momo shops in Greater Noida after their tomato chutney samples failed safety tests, deeming them unfit for consumption. This follows a food poisoning incident on September 29, where more than eight people from two families fell ill after eating
READ MOREReport On December 3, 2024, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued a new advisory for E-commerce Food Business Operators (FBOs). A significant directive addresses food delivery practices, emphasizing that FBOs must ensure the separate delivery of food and non-food items. This measure aims to prevent cross-contamination and safeguard consumer health. FSSAI
READ MOREReport A shocking video has gone viral, revealing serious food safety issues in Himachal Pradesh. RJ Neha Sharma shared her discovery on social media after soaking black lentils overnight. To her surprise, the water turned black, and the lentils beneath their dark coating revealed a green hue, suggesting adulteration. Black Lentils Turn Green Overnight In
READ MOREHistamine is a naturally occurring compound that plays a key role in immune defence, digestion, and brain function. Produced from the amino acid histidine, it’s stored in mast cells and released during allergic reactions to trigger inflammation and protect the body. However, when the body struggles to break down histamine due to low enzyme levels
READ MOREFDA Confirms Source of Contamination Health authorities concluded their investigation into an E. coli outbreak linked to raw slivered onions in McDonald’s Quarter Pounder burgers. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) confirmed that the outbreak affected 104 individuals across 14 states, leading to 34 hospitalizations and one fatality in Colorado. Investigators identified the contaminated onions
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