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Florida Health Officials Detect Elevated Arsenic in Popular Candies 0

Key Update A Florida Department of Health (FDOH) investigation found that 28 of 46 candy products tested contained elevated levels of arsenic, state officials announced Monday. The candies came from 10 different companies, prompting further evaluation of potential health risks, particularly for children. State Warns of Long-Term Exposure Risks Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ administration stated that

Why You Should Never Ignore Pink or Red Egg Whites 0

Overview Cracking an egg usually reveals a clear or slightly cloudy white and a firm yellow yolk. If the egg white appears pink, red, green, grey, or iridescent, it is a warning of bacterial contamination and should never be consumed. Normal vs Unsafe Egg Whites A fresh egg white (albumen) may look slightly cloudy due

50+ Hospitalised in Thiruvananthapuram After Food Poisoning 0

Key Update More than 50 people were hospitalised after suffering suspected food poisoning linked to food consumed from the A1 Hotel near Venchavode, Sreekaryam. Those affected had eaten food from the hotel on Saturday evening. Most of them began experiencing health complications from Monday onwards, including vomiting, stomach pain, and severe discomfort. As their condition

Tamil Nadu asks IIT Madras to study plastics in food packaging 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- January 28, 2026
Key Development The Tamil Nadu government informed the Madras High Court that it has requested IIT Madras to conduct a detailed study on the type of plastic suitable for food packaging and packing materials, especially for hot food and beverages. Focus on Hot Foods and Single-Use Plastics The proposed research will examine the impact of
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Anantnag Bans CREMICA Digestive Biscuits for Excess Sulphite 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- January 28, 2026
Key Update The Anantnag Food Safety Department in Jammu and Kashmir has banned the sale of CREMICA Digestive biscuits (Lot No. BD10K25) after tests found sulphite levels exceeding legal limits. Food Sample Collected and Tested Food Safety Officer Larnoo collected the biscuit sample from the market. The biscuits are manufactured by M/s MRS Bector’s Food
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Telangana’ Welfare Schools: Ambitious Education, Hidden Nutrition Crisis 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- January 28, 2026
Overview Telangana has earned national recognition for its welfare-driven education reforms, particularly its network of fully residential schools serving students from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Backwards Classes (BC), and minority communities. Run by the Telangana Social Welfare Residential Educational Institutions Society (TGSWREIS) and its affiliated welfare bodies, these schools offer free, English-medium education,
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