Carcinogen Archives

Rhodamine B in Food: Health Risks, Detection, and Prevention 0
- Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- August 5, 2024
Recent reports indicate that several governments have prohibited cotton candy due to health hazards linked to rhodamine B. This chemical compound gives cotton candy its bright colour. While manufacturers use rhodamine B to colour materials like cotton, wool, leather, jute, and silk, authorities strictly forbid its application in food. What is Rhodamine B? Rhodamine B
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The Forbidden Fruit: The Dangers Of Consuming Artificially Ripened Fruits 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness
- June 26, 2024
“When something looks too good to be true, it usually is”
-Emmy Rossum.
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Refined Fiber-Rich Diets and Increased Risk of Liver Cancer 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
- June 7, 2023
When it comes to our dietary choices, we often focus on the benefits of fibre for digestive health. However, recent studies have shed light on a concerning connection between diets rich in refined fibre and an increased risk of liver cancer. Understanding Refined Fibre and Liver Cancer Risk a. The Role
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Aflatoxin: The Silent Threat Lurking in Our Food 0

When it comes to food safety, there are numerous factors to consider, and one particularly insidious threat is aflatoxin. Aflatoxin is a naturally occurring toxin produced by certain types of fungi that grow on crops such as peanuts, corn, cottonseed, and tree nuts. This invisible menace poses significant health hazards and requires our attention. In

Fish Adulterant: Formalin 0

Health and fitness experts recommend fish in our diet as a source of healthy protein and fats necessary for the body. Fish is one of the main sources of protein in our diet. It also acts as an important source of PUFA (polyunsaturated fatty acid) and micronutrients like iron, zinc, and calcium. Due to these