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Think Twice Before Heating Food in Black Plastic!0

Overview Black plastic containers are widely used for food delivery and storage due to their convenience, affordability, and durability. Many people reuse them, assuming they are safe for reheating food. However, black plastic often contains chemicals and recycled materials that can pose health risks. Unlike transparent plastics, black plastic may include recycled electronics or industrial

Food Pharmer Finds Top Brands Paneer Pass Test; Local Paneer Fails 0

Key Development Health advocate and influencer Revant Himatsingka, popularly known as Food Pharmer, recently shared findings from his independent paneer testing on X (formerly Twitter). He tested 11 paneer samples and reported that packaged brands such as Amul Fresh Paneer, Amul Malai Paneer, Gowardhan, Humpy A2, ID High Protein, Milky Mist, and Desi Farms passed

UAE to Implement Tiered Sugar Tax on Beverages from January 2026 0

Key Update The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced that its new tiered ‘sugar tax’ on sweetened beverages will take effect from January 1, 2026, replacing the existing flat-rate system. The Ministry of Finance confirmed that the change aims to encourage healthier consumption and align with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)’s unified approach to taxing

Kitchen Licence Suspended After Rat Fever Outbreak in Tirunelveli College 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, General, Health & Wellness, News
- October 11, 2025
Key Update The Department of Food Safety has suspended the licence of a private engineering college’s kitchen near Mela Thidiyoor in Thirunelveli after inspections revealed unhygienic conditions that posed a serious health risk to hostel students. The action followed an outbreak of leptospirosis (rat fever) among students, which prompted the Department of Public Health to
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California Schools Say No to Ultra processed Foods 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- October 11, 2025
Key Update California will become the first U.S. state to remove certain ultraprocessed foods from school meals. Governor Gavin Newsom signed a law mandating a 10-year phase-out, with a complete ban by 2035. Schools must identify the specific products by June 2028, with guidance from the state Department of Public Health on compliance. Law Targets
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Safe Sweets for Diwali: Citywide Inspections in Madurai 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Health & Wellness, News
- October 10, 2025
Key Update Ahead of Diwali, the Madurai district administration has ordered all sweet makers and food vendors to comply with food safety rules. Acting on directives from the Chennai Food Safety Commissioner, officials have begun inspections across the district. District Designated Officer (Food Safety) G. Selvaraj warned that violators will face legal action. Vendors Must
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