Cancer Archives

Acrylamide and Your Health: What You Need to Know 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness
- March 24, 2025
Acrylamide forms in certain foods when cooked at high temperatures, such as frying, roasting, or baking. You’ve likely seen it mentioned in health news, especially regarding French fries, potato chips, and roasted coffee. Acrylamide is produced during the Maillard reaction, where sugars and an amino acid (asparagine) react when heated. While studies have shown that
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Common Foods That Increase Your Cancer Risk 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
- January 18, 2025
Cancer is a multifaceted disease influenced by a combination of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. While genetics and family history certainly contribute, studies show that lifestyle choices, particularly diet, play a much larger role in cancer development. Research links 80-90% of cancer cases to lifestyle and environmental factors. The foods we consume can either protect
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Exploring the Link Between Listerine Mouthwash and Cancer Risks 0
- A to Z, Blog, Health & Wellness, Research, Resources
- June 19, 2024
Uncover the implications of a new study suggesting a potential cancer risk from daily use of Listerine mouthwash.
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Spice Contamination Concerns: FSSAI to Test MDH, Everest Mixes 0

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has announced plans to conduct testing on products by leading brands MDH and Everest. This comes after reports of contamination prompted the withdrawal of these spice mixes from shelves in Hong Kong and Singapore. Let’s delve into the details of this issue and its implications for consumers.

Artificial Sweeteners May Not Be Safe Sugar Alternatives 0

In today’s health-conscious world, many people are turning to artificial sweeteners as a seemingly healthier alternative to sugar. These sweeteners promise the satisfaction of a sweet taste without the added calories, making them particularly appealing to those watching their weight or managing diabetes. However, a recent study has raised concerns about the safety of artificial