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  • Unfolding Rancidity: Causes, Effects, and Prevention

    Unfolding Rancidity: Causes, Effects, and Prevention

    Rancidity refers to the spoilage of food products containing fats and oils, which leads to unpleasant odours and flavours. This process happens due to chemical reactions like oxidation or hydrolysis, where fats break down into undesirable compounds. Rancidity not only affects the taste and smell of food but also reduces its nutritional value as essential

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  • Red Alert: The Hidden Dangers of Red Dye No. 40

    Red Alert: The Hidden Dangers of Red Dye No. 40

    Report The recent ban on red dye No. 3 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has sparked widespread concern among consumers, prompting them to re-evaluate their food choices. Many are not only checking for the presence of red dye No. 3 but are also scrutinizing other products for potentially harmful ingredients. In this

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  • Maltodextrin: A Hidden Threat Worse Than Sugar?

    Maltodextrin: A Hidden Threat Worse Than Sugar?

    Many consumers overlook the nutritional information on food packages, but Instagram influencer Foodpharmer’s recent viral video highlights a hidden ingredient—maltodextrin—that may be more harmful than sugar. The video shows that maltodextrin, found in popular packaged Indian foods like Nestle Cerelac, spikes blood sugar levels, raising concerns among health-conscious individuals. Why is Maltodextrin Considered ‘Worse than

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  • Kerala’s Food Safety Labs to Gain NABL Accreditation

    Kerala’s Food Safety Labs to Gain NABL Accreditation

    Report Kerala is on track to have its food safety laboratories accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) in microbiology. This follows the launch of a new microbiology laboratory at the Government Analysts Laboratory in Thiruvananthapuram on Wednesday. Timely Accreditation for All Laboratories Health Minister Veena George confirmed that the

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