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Beyond Toddy: The Need for Safe Food Practices 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness, News
- June 23, 2026
Overview The recent death of a Kumarakom resident after consuming toddy and food from a toddy shop in Kottayam has once again brought food safety into public discussion. While authorities continue to investigate the incident and await post-mortem and laboratory reports to determine the exact cause of death, the case reminds us why toddy shops
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Watch Your Plate This Monsoon: Foods to Avoid for Better Health 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- June 23, 2026
Overview After the scorching summer, the arrival of the monsoon brings much-needed relief. However, the rainy season is also a time when various illnesses become more common. This makes it especially important to pay extra attention to your health. Bacteria, viruses, and fungi thrive during this period. Increased humidity, stagnant water, and fluctuations in temperature
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One Dead, Five Under Treatment After Toddy and Fish Head Curry Meal 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- June 23, 2026
Overview A 42-year-old man died after developing severe health complications following the consumption of toddy and fish head curry from a toddy shop in Kottayam. The deceased, Jyothish, a resident of Choolabhagam in Kumarakom, was among a group of seven friends who reportedly consumed the food and drink on Saturday. Five others from the group
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What’s Moving from Packaging into Your Food?0

When you buy packaged snacks, store leftovers in plastic containers, or order food through delivery apps, you probably focus on the food itself. However, the packaging that holds your food can also influence its safety. While packaging helps protect food from contamination and damage, it can sometimes interact with the food it contains. This interaction

FSSAI Issues Notice to Rishtey Namkeen Over Edible Oil Labelling Lapse 0

Key Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a notice to Rishtey Namkeen over alleged labelling deficiencies in two of its products following complaints raised by consumers. According to the regulator, vigilant consumers flagged that the labels of Farsan Street Masala Patta and Farsan Street Roasted Millet Bhel did not