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- June 6, 2025
Food Manifest 
As more people embrace plant-based diets for their health benefits, the term “saponins” may come up in discussions about nutrition. Saponins are naturally occurring compounds found in a variety of plants like quinoa, soybeans, and spinach. Known for their potential health-promoting properties, such as antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, saponins also come with a cautionary note.
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On Wednesday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it would ban Red No. 3, a synthetic dye found in food and beverages, due to its cancer-causing effects in animals. The dye, which gives products like candy, cereals, fruit cocktails, and strawberry-flavoured milkshakes their bright red colour, has been linked to cancer in
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Report On Wednesday, Kerala Health Minister Veena George announced that the government would take strict action against those who compromise food safety. During the inauguration of a microbiology lab at the Government Analyst’s Laboratory within the food safety department, George emphasized, “Preventing diseases is as important as addressing them. Nutrition plays a crucial role in
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Report On Wednesday, the Uttar Pradesh government launched mobile laboratories to inspect food at establishments across the Maha Kumbh Mela region. The initiative aims to enforce strict hygiene and safety standards, ensuring pilgrims receive safe and quality food. Ensuring Food Safety on Wheels Sushil Kumar Singh, Assistant Food Commissioner (Grade 2), emphasized how ‘Food Safety
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