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Why Junk Food Still Rules Near Hyderabad Schools 0

Overview Despite health warnings, children continue to buy junk food from nearby shops and sometimes even from school canteens in Hyderabad. This unchecked access fuels rising obesity, poor nutrition, and health problems from a young age. Guidelines Exist, But Not Enforced In 2020, FSSAI issued guidelines discouraging the sale of HFSS (high-fat, salt, and sugar)

Stay Safe from Fruit Juice Adulteration This Summer 0

Summer gives the perfect excuse to sip on a refreshing glass of fruit juice. From cooling mangoes to sweet watermelons, fresh juices are a favourite treat for many. At local stalls, you’ll often find colourful juices being served in glasses filled with ice, tempting you to stop and enjoy. But with rising demand during the

Delhi Street Food Gets a Green Upgrade with Electric Cookstoves 0

Overview Delhi’s vibrant street food scene is set for a major transformation. The National Association of Street Vendors of India (NASVI) is leading the effort to replace traditional cooking methods with electric cookstoves. In partnership with Finovista, a consulting firm based in Delhi, NASVI is driving this shift in the city’s bustling streets. Empowering Vendors

Beware of Fake Mangoes: A Quick Guide 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- April 28, 2025
Overview Fake mangoes, or artificially ripened mangoes, are real mangoes that undergo forced ripening using harmful chemicals like calcium carbide instead of natural methods. Experts estimate that hundreds of kilograms of such mangoes enter the market each year, especially before the natural mango season. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) advises consumers
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Nutritional Labelling: A Key to Safe and Informed Food Choices 0
- Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
- April 26, 2025
When you pick up a packet of biscuits, a carton of juice, or even a box of cereal, you’ll notice a detailed panel filled with numbers, names, and percentages. This is not just fine print to be ignored — it is a powerful tool known as nutritional labelling. Nutritional labelling acts as a vital bridge
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Tiruchirappalli School Mid-Day Meal: 15 Students Ill, Probe On 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- April 26, 2025
Report Fifteen students from a government school in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, allegedly fell ill after consuming a mid-day meal. A healthcare team promptly arrived at the school, examined the affected children, and administered glucose and medication. The medical team observed symptoms consistent with food poisoning, but confirmed the cause would require testing of the food
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