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Staph Attack: Unseen Toxins That Outsmart Cooking 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, General, Health & Wellness, Resources
- June 6, 2025
Food poisoning is a serious health issue around the world, and one sneaky culprit behind it is Staphylococcus aureus—or staph, for short. This common bacteria can leave behind harmful toxins in food, and it’s these invisible poisons—not the bacteria itself—that make people sick. What makes staph toxins extra tricky is that they can survive normal
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World Cheese Day Special: Handle, Store, and Love Your Cheese Right!0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
- June 4, 2025
Cheese is a beloved food across the world. Whether it’s spread on toast, melted in pasta, or served on a platter, cheese is rich in flavour, nutrition, and variety. But like any dairy product, cheese is sensitive and can spoil easily if not handled and stored correctly. On World Cheese Day, it’s the perfect time
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Natural Sweeteners: A Healthier Way to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, General, Health & Wellness
- May 31, 2025
As health awareness increases, more people actively seek ways to reduce their intake of refined sugar without giving up the sweet flavours they enjoy. This shift has driven widespread interest in natural sweeteners—plant-based or naturally derived alternatives that offer sweetness with fewer calories and potential health benefits. These sweeteners appeal to those managing weight, blood
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Ice Cream and Frozen Dessert: What Sets Them Apart?0

When you enjoy a cold treat like ice cream or frozen dessert, you expect it to be safe, tasty, and true to its label. In India, the Food Safety and Standards Authority (FSSAI) enforces strict regulations to ensure these products meet high standards of safety, quality, and transparency. Though both may look similar, they differ

Functional Foods: Eating with a Purpose for Better Health 0

Many people today face health problems caused by poor diet, stress, and lack of physical activity. Common issues like obesity, heart disease, and digestive disorders are on the rise. To fight these problems, we need more than just basic nutrition—we need foods that support overall health. Functional foods offer a simple, natural solution. These are

Srinagar Watermelons Safe, Confirms J&K Food Safety Dept 0

Viral Video Triggers Public Concern The Jammu and Kashmir Drug and Food Safety Department confirmed that watermelons sold in Srinagar markets are safe to consume, putting to rest public fears over artificial colouring and pesticide contamination. A viral video posted last week by an RTI activist showed a red stain appearing on tissue paper after