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Smart Fusion: Savour Global Flavours, Skip the Risks 0

Global cuisines often transform as they travel, blending local tastes and traditions to create exciting new dishes. In India, Italian classics like pizza and pasta get rich, spicy twists, making them favourites across the country. While these fusion dishes delight our palates, they also raise important questions about nutrition and food safety. Heavy creams, refined

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

The Safety and Financial Risks of Adulterated Grains 0

Authors: Sunitha Poulose, Kochurani Abraham, & Linda Joise George Introduction Food sellers and suppliers often adulterate essential staples like rice, wheat, and pulses to meet rising demand and outpace competition. They mix in crushed stones, sand, or plastic beads to increase weight or volume. Some even spray water to make grains heavier. These harmful practices

Frying Isn’t Enough: Detoxify Cassava for a Healthier Choice 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, Research
- May 16, 2025
Authors: Sunitha Poulose & Kochurani Abraham Cassava is a widely consumed staple, valued for its high carbohydrate content and versatility. It serves as a key dietary source in countries like India, Brazil, and parts of Africa, where it is prepared in various forms, from boiled dishes to crispy snacks. Beyond food, cassava is also processed
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Mid-Day Meal Contamination – A Burning Issue 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, Resources
- May 3, 2025
Every school day, millions of children across India eat a hot, cooked meal through the Mid-Day Meal Scheme. For many, it’s the most filling and nutritious meal they get all day. This scheme fights hunger, brings children to school, and helps reduce dropouts. But what happens when this meal, meant to nourish, becomes unsafe? Sadly,
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Dry It to Keep It: The Timeless Power of Food Dehydration 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, Resources
- May 2, 2025
Have you ever wondered how dried fruits, instant soups, or packaged snacks can last for months or even years without spoiling? The answer lies in a food preservation method called dehydration. Ancient civilisations developed this technique, and people still use it today to extend food’s shelf life. By removing moisture, dehydration prevents harmful bacteria, moulds,
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