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Thrikkakara’s Food Safety App Fails to Deliver 0

Report Almost five months after the launch of the Thrikkakara Consumer Protection Forum app, which aimed to help consumers report food quality concerns in local eateries, the initiative has failed to produce results. An IT company from Thrissur developed the app, and Food and Civil Supplies Minister GR Anil introduced it in September of the

Aspartame: Uses, Health Concerns, and Natural Alternatives 0

Aspartame is a widely used artificial sweetener that is approximately 200 times sweeter than sugar. It is commonly found in sugar-free and low-calorie food products such as diet sodas, sugar-free gum, protein bars, and various processed foods. Approved by food regulatory bodies worldwide, including the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), aspartame has

Coca-Cola Enters Prebiotic Soda Market with Simply Pop 0

Report Coca-Cola has launched Simply Pop, a new prebiotic soda line, directly challenging brands like Olipop and Poppi. Set to debut in late February across the West Coast and Southeast U.S., this launch underscores the company’s commitment to food safety and functional beverages. Over the past two decades, traditional soft drink consumption has declined due

PFAS: The “Forever Chemicals” in Our Food and Health Risks 0
- Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
- February 19, 2025
PFAS, often called “forever chemicals,” are synthetic substances that have become deeply embedded in our daily lives. From the non-stick cookware in our kitchens to the food packaging we use every day, these chemicals are virtually everywhere. However, their convenience comes with a hidden cost—PFAS pose serious health risks, accumulating in our bodies and the
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Banned Food Additives and Chemicals in India 0
- Food Laws, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
- February 17, 2025
India’s food market is one of the largest and most diverse in the world, and with an ever-growing consumer base, there is an increasing demand for safe, high-quality food products. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) plays a critical role in safeguarding public health by regulating food safety. It ensures that food
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Government Strengthens Efforts to Monitor Pesticide Residues in Food 0
- Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness, News
- February 17, 2025
Report Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Prataprao Ganpatrao Jadhav, has called for a nationwide strategy to enhance the monitoring of pesticide residues in food. While addressing the National Stakeholder Consultation on Challenges in Monitoring Pesticide Residues in Food Commodities, organized by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), Jadhav
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