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- August 2, 2025
Report A recent government survey on household spending habits reveals alarming trends in the Indian diet, with rising expenditures on processed foods and sugary drinks. This shift is contributing to a surge in obesity, diabetes, and heart disease across both urban and rural areas. The Household Consumption Expenditure Survey for 2023-24, published last week, shows
READ MOREOverview Renowned orthopaedic surgeon Dr Manan Vora has raised concerns about the health risks associated with the rapid 10-minute food delivery services offered by platforms like Zomato, Swiggy, and Zepto. He warns that these ultra-fast meals, often ultra-processed, can increase health risks, including a 12% rise in cancer risk and a 10% increase in heart-related
READ MOREAs India enters 2025, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is intensifying efforts to strengthen the country’s food safety ecosystem. In an interview with Ashwani Maindola, FSSAI CEO GKV Rao outlined key initiatives, international collaborations, and focus areas to ensure consumers receive safe and quality food. Global Alignment of Standards and Regulations
READ MOREThe shelf life of food is more than just an expiration date – it’s a key factor in ensuring safety, and quality, and reducing waste. Perishable items, affected by moisture, temperature, and packaging, have limited lifespans. As food ages, it loses taste, texture, and nutrients, and can even become unsafe to eat, leading to waste
READ MOREStudents Fall Ill After Consuming Camp Breakfast Food poisoning occurred at the Scout and Guides National Award camp organized at Chayyoth Govt. Higher Secondary School, Nileshwaram of Kasargod district. After several students fell ill and vomited, 75 students sought treatment at various hospitals. A total of 238 students and 15 teachers attended the camp. Health
READ MOREReport A school in northeastern China sparked public outrage by serving students leftovers stored in containers meant for dog food. Parents at Wulidianzi School in Huanren County, Liaoning Province, discovered this alarming practice earlier this month after several students fell ill and vomited after consuming the food. Parents React with Anger and Disbelief Concerned parents
READ MOREReport The Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) in Goa, announced on Tuesday its commitment to targeting unhygienic dining establishments, with a particular focus on biryani vendors operating along coastal routes during the tourism season. A team led by FDA officer Richard Noronha shut down five facilities in Calangute on Tuesday due to unsanitary conditions and
READ MOREFood preservation ensures the safety, quality, and longevity of food products, with chemical preservatives being one of the most common methods used. These preservatives play a crucial role in slowing down spoilage caused by microorganisms and chemical reactions, thereby extending the shelf life of foods. They also maintain the flavour, texture, and nutritional value of
READ MOREReport Around 20 individuals sought medical treatment after consuming biryani delivered in packets, and a young man in critical condition was admitted to the intensive care unit of a private hospital in Kottarakkara. The chicken biryani, distributed the previous day during the annual event of the Peruvelikkara Milk Cooperative Society, caused the food poisoning. Fourteen
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