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Hyderabad Toddy Adulteration: Death Toll Hits 5, Alprazolam Under Scrutiny 0

Overview The death toll in the suspected toddy adulteration case in Hyderabad rose to five on Thursday. Preliminary lab tests confirmed the presence of Alprazolam—a powerful sedative used to treat anxiety and panic disorders—in samples collected from three licensed depots in the Kukatpally area. Excise Department Arrests Four in Connection with the Case Excise officials

Is Diet Soda Helping You — Or Hurting You 0

Diet soda promises all the bubbles and sweetness of regular soda but skips the sugar and calories. That’s why millions of people reach for Diet Coke, Pepsi Max, or Sprite Zero every day, hoping to cut sugar, lose weight, or feel less guilty about enjoying a fizzy drink. On the surface, diet soda seems like

Study Links High Diet Drinks and Saccharin Intake to Higher Diabetes Risk 0

Overview A new analysis from the Coronary Artery Risk Development in Young Adults (CARDIA) in the United States study found that people who consume more diet drinks and saccharin face a higher risk of developing diabetes. In contrast, total intake of artificial sweeteners, sucralose, and aspartame did not show a clear link to diabetes risk.

Stay Safe from Fruit Juice Adulteration This Summer 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
- April 28, 2025
Summer gives the perfect excuse to sip on a refreshing glass of fruit juice. From cooling mangoes to sweet watermelons, fresh juices are a favourite treat for many. At local stalls, you’ll often find colourful juices being served in glasses filled with ice, tempting you to stop and enjoy. But with rising demand during the
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The Sweet Debate: Artificial Sweeteners and Their Role in Modern Diets 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, Health & Wellness
- December 11, 2024
Artificial sweeteners have become widely adopted in the food and beverage markets, with manufacturers promoting them as healthier alternatives to sugar. People commonly use these sweeteners in diet sodas, protein bars, baked goods, and “sugar-free” snacks. These sweeteners serve as key ingredients in foods designed to reduce calories and support weight management. However, as their
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Businessman Arrested for Producing 500 Liters of Counterfeit Milk in Uttar Pradesh 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- December 11, 2024
Arrest of Ajay Agarwal for Milk Adulteration Police in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested businessman Ajay Agarwal for producing 500 litres of counterfeit milk with just one litre of chemicals. Agarwal, the owner of Agarwal Traders, which sells milk and dairy products, mixed artificial sweeteners and flavours with chemicals to create fake milk. Authorities allege
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