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Banned Food Additives and Chemicals in India 0

India’s food market is one of the largest and most diverse in the world, and with an ever-growing consumer base, there is an increasing demand for safe, high-quality food products. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) plays a critical role in safeguarding public health by regulating food safety. It ensures that food

Karnataka’s “Magic” Food Testing Kits in Full Swing 0

Overview To ensure food safety and combat adulteration, the Karnataka health ministry has introduced food safety test kits at 10 locations across Bengaluru. These kits enable consumers to quickly check if items like paneer, fish, and raw food materials contain harmful additives using a simple tincture test. Simple Tests for Easy Adulteration Detection At any

Chemical Hazards in Food: Ensuring Safety in Every Bite 0

Chemical hazards in food present significant risks to public health, ranging from mild discomfort to life-threatening diseases. These hazards can appear at any stage of the food production process, from farming to packaging and storage. Examples include naturally occurring toxins such as aflatoxins, residues of pesticides and fertilizers, and industrial pollutants like heavy metals and

Basti’s Pomegranate Juice Scandal: Chemical Additives Exposed in Viral Video 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 26, 2024
Overview The city of Basti in Uttar Pradesh recently drew attention when a new incident of food adulteration came to light. Journalist Priya Singh shared a video on X (formerly Twitter) showing a vigilant customer filming adulterated pomegranate juice made with chemical additives. The video has gone viral, reigniting discussions on food safety and consumer
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India Blocks Unsafe Food Imports from Five Countries: Key Rejections Revealed 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 25, 2024
Overview India has refused shipments of apples, nuts, alcoholic beverages, and sushi from Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Japan, China, and Turkey this year due to non-compliance with food safety standards. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published these rejections on its newly introduced Food Import Rejection Alert (FIRA) platform. This portal facilitates rapid
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Protesters Call for Kellogg’s to Eliminate Harmful Additives from Froot Loops and Apple Jacks 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- October 18, 2024
Report Protesters are urging Kellogg’s to remove harmful additives from Froot Loops and Apple Jacks in the US, advocating for mothers everywhere. On Tuesday, more than 1,000 cereal lovers and health advocates gathered at Kellogg’s headquarters in Michigan to demand the removal of these harmful additives from US-made Froot Loops and Apple Jacks. According to
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