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US Ice Cream Brands to Eliminate Artificial Colours by 2028 0

Report In a major move toward cleaner ingredients, nearly 90% of ice cream manufacturers in the United States have pledged to eliminate artificial food colours from their products by 2028. Health officials announced the decision, calling it a step toward meeting consumer demand for more natural options. Why Are Companies Making This Change? The decision

Patanjali Wild Honey Ban Revoked After Safety Clearance 0

Ban Lifted After Lab Confirmation Patanjali Foods lifted the ban on a batch of its Organic Wild Honey with immediate effect after a Referral Laboratory confirmed that the batch complies with the Food Safety and Standards (Contaminants, Toxins and Residues) Regulations, 2011 and is safe for consumption. The Office of the Assistant Commissioner and Designated

India’s Salt Problem: Scientists Push #PinchForAChange 0

Report Excessive salt intake is fueling a silent health crisis in India, increasing the risk of hypertension, stroke, heart disease, and kidney disorders, according to scientists at ICMR’s National Institute of Epidemiology (NIE). The World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends less than 5 grams of salt per person per day. However, studies show that urban Indians

Coimbatore Schools to Get Food Safety Boards on Oil, Sugar & Salt 0
- A to Z, Event, Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- July 16, 2025
Report The Tamil Nadu Food Safety Department will soon install ‘oil, sugar, and salt’ awareness boards in all educational institutions across Coimbatore to promote healthy eating habits and raise food safety awareness among students. About the Initiative Officials launched a campaign to tackle the growing problem of childhood obesity and non-communicable diseases (NCDs). The board
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Health Ministry Clarifies: Awareness Boards, Not Snack Warnings 0
- A to Z, Blog, Food Hygiene, Resources
- July 16, 2025
Report The Union Health Ministry has clarified that its recent advisory is aimed at promoting healthier eating habits, rather than imposing warning labels on popular snacks such as samosas, jalebis, or laddoos. The ministry called such media reports misleading and incorrect. The advisory recommends placing “Oil and Sugar awareness Boards” in office lobbies, canteens, cafeterias,
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Supreme Court Backs Clear Food Warnings, Experts Oppose Star Ratings 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- July 15, 2025
Court Directs Government to Act The Supreme Court initially ordered the Indian government to improve food labelling rules within three months, acting on a PIL filed by two NGOs seeking stronger warnings about harmful ingredients in packaged food. The government told the court that the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) had reviewed
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