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Monk Fruit Sweetener: Natural, Zero-Calorie Sugar Alternative 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness, News
- August 9, 2025
Overview Monk fruit sweetener — also called monk fruit extract — has been used in Asia for decades. Now, with more people seeking healthier sugar substitutes, it’s gaining attention as a natural, zero-calorie option. What is Monk Fruit? Monk fruit (luo han guo or Buddha fruit) grows on vines and belongs to the gourd family.
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FSSAI Finds Pesticide Residues in 2.8% of Food Samples (2022-25)0
- A to Z, Event, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness, News
- August 8, 2025
Key Development The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) tested 86,401 food samples for pesticide residues from 2022 to 2025, the government told Parliament on Wednesday. Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Prataprao Jadhav, revealed in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha that 2.8% of these samples exceeded the
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Nestlé and IBM Use AI to Reinvent Food-Safe Packaging 0
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- August 7, 2025
Key Development Nestlé is partnering with IBM Research to develop advanced packaging solutions using generative AI. The goal is to identify new materials that meet essential food safety standards while also supporting sustainability and production efficiency. AI Accelerates Safe Packaging Innovation Using a generative AI model trained on scientific literature and internal data, researchers are
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Swiggy Rolls Out ‘DeskEats’ Nationwide for India’s Office-Goers 0

Key Update Swiggy has introduced DeskEats, a new food ordering experience designed for India’s working professionals. It’s now available in over 7,000 office spaces across 30 cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Gurugram, Pune, and Kolkata. Users can access DeskEats on the Swiggy app by searching for terms like “Office” or “Work.” The collection includes

How to Tell If Meat Has Gone Bad 0

Even if meat is stored in the freezer, it’s important to ensure it’s still safe before cooking. Spoiled meat can pose serious health risks, so it’s crucial to check for signs of spoilage and handle thawing properly. Here’s how you can tell if meat is still good to use — and the safest way to

Over 1,400 Food Samples Fail Quality Tests in Punjab, Says FDA in Report to Court 0

Key Development The Punjab Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) informed the Punjab and Haryana High Court that 1,420 out of 11,657 food samples collected during 2024–25 failed quality tests. The FDA submitted this compliance report in response to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by Kanwar Pahul Singh. The petition followed the death of Manvi,