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Unfolding Rancidity: Causes, Effects, and Prevention 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene
- January 20, 2025
Rancidity refers to the spoilage of food products containing fats and oils, which leads to unpleasant odours and flavours. This process happens due to chemical reactions like oxidation or hydrolysis, where fats break down into undesirable compounds. Rancidity not only affects the taste and smell of food but also reduces its nutritional value as essential
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Red Alert: The Hidden Dangers of Red Dye No. 40 0
- A to Z, Food Laws, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- January 20, 2025
Report The recent ban on red dye No. 3 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has sparked widespread concern among consumers, prompting them to re-evaluate their food choices. Many are not only checking for the presence of red dye No. 3 but are also scrutinizing other products for potentially harmful ingredients. In this
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Maltodextrin: A Hidden Threat Worse Than Sugar?0
- A to Z, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- January 20, 2025
Many consumers overlook the nutritional information on food packages, but Instagram influencer Foodpharmer’s recent viral video highlights a hidden ingredient—maltodextrin—that may be more harmful than sugar. The video shows that maltodextrin, found in popular packaged Indian foods like Nestle Cerelac, spikes blood sugar levels, raising concerns among health-conscious individuals. Why is Maltodextrin Considered ‘Worse than
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Kerala’s Food Safety Labs to Gain NABL Accreditation 0

Report Kerala is on track to have its food safety laboratories accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) in microbiology. This follows the launch of a new microbiology laboratory at the Government Analysts Laboratory in Thiruvananthapuram on Wednesday. Timely Accreditation for All Laboratories Health Minister Veena George confirmed that the

Common Foods That Increase Your Cancer Risk 0

Cancer is a multifaceted disease influenced by a combination of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. While genetics and family history certainly contribute, studies show that lifestyle choices, particularly diet, play a much larger role in cancer development. Research links 80-90% of cancer cases to lifestyle and environmental factors. The foods we consume can either protect

Bulandshahr’s Fake Dairy Operation Shut Down 0

Report The Food and Safety Department shut down an illegal paneer and milk production facility in Bulandshahr and seized over 2,500 kg of tainted paneer and 4,000 kg of imitation milk. Authorities intended to distribute these counterfeit products across Delhi-NCR. They apprehended the factory owner, Mohd Imamuddin, in Dambar village, located in the Arniya region