Food Manifest 
Key Update Starbucks is facing a class-action lawsuit in the US over eight protein beverages labelled “sugar-free” that contain 13 to 21 grams of sugar per venti serving. The lawsuit alleges that the drinks contain lactose, a naturally occurring sugar in milk. The products include sugar-free vanilla and caramel protein lattes and protein matchas, along
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When you check a nutrition label, the word “sugars” may raise a simple question: Does the number include sugar naturally present in the food, or only the sugar added during processing? The answer lies in understanding the difference between total sugars and added sugars. Although both contribute to the sugar content of a food, they
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Key Update The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has expanded its food safety enforcement drive to products intended for infant nutrition, including infant formula and milk foods. FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe issued a comprehensive compliance order on Tuesday, warning manufacturers, distributors and others involved in promoting infant formula, milk foods and feeding bottles against
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Key Update The Kerala State Commission for Protection of Child Rights has raised concerns over the sugar content in Amrutham Nutri-Mix, a supplementary nutrition product distributed to children through anganwadis in the state. Commission Flags 20% Sugar Content The Commission noted that Amrutham Nutri-Mix contains around 20% sugar, which, according to the petition, is inconsistent
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Key Development A new report by Public Eye claims Nestlé sells Cerelac baby cereals with added sugar in many African countries, while the same products in Europe contain zero added sugar. Tests showed most African samples had added sugar, unlike those sold in Switzerland, Germany, and the UK. The World Health Organisation’s 2022 guidelines caution
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