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- May 8, 2026
Food Manifest 
For the second consecutive year, Kerala has retained its number one ranking in the State Food Safety Index (SFSI) 2024, highlighting its leadership in food safety. The annual ranking, published by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), evaluates the performance of Indian states and union territories in terms of food safety. Kerala’s
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Food allergens are proteins present in various foods that can trigger allergic reactions upon consumption, contact, or inhalation. When the immune system encounters these proteins, it mistakenly identifies them as harmful invaders, leading to the production of antibodies. Upon re-exposure to the same allergen, these antibodies bind to it, prompting immune cells to release chemicals
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Report The Kerala Food Safety Department has mandated the use of only food-grade packaging materials for food items, including fritters. This guideline addresses concerns that packing and storing food in newspapers may lead to contamination with toxic substances like lead and ink. The department has issued a notification prohibiting the use of newspapers to package
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