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Dead Snake in Midday Meal Sickens Over 100 Students 0

May 3, 2025

Report India’s Midday Meal Scheme, designed to nourish millions of school children, aims to combat malnutrition and improve learning outcomes. Experts have consistently emphasised how balanced meals support both physical and cognitive development in growing kids. But in a disturbing turn of events, over 100 students in Mokama, Bihar, fell sick after eating their midday

Thawing with Care: The Key to Safe and Healthy Meals 0

Frozen foods like meat, vegetables, seafood, and ready-to-cook items are common in both home kitchens and commercial food businesses. Freezing helps extend shelf life and reduce food waste, making it a reliable method for preserving food. But when it’s time to cook, the next important step is thawing—also called defrosting. Thawing may seem simple, but

Food Irradiation Explained: Why Irradiated Food Isn’t Radioactive 0

Have you ever noticed a label that says “irradiated” on a pack of spices or dry fruits and wondered what it means? The word might sound technical or even alarming, but there’s no need to worry. It’s not about nuclear energy or anything dangerous. Food producers use a method called food irradiation to make food

Is the Meat We Eat in India Safe?0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness
- April 23, 2025
India’s culinary landscape is rich and diverse, with meat playing a central role in many regional dishes. From tender chicken kebabs to spicy mutton curry, meat-based meals are a beloved part of Indian diets. However, growing urbanisation, increasing demand, and the rise of unorganised meat markets have raised an important question: how safe is the
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Contaminated Leafy Greens: A Rising Food Safety Issue in India 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
- April 19, 2025
Leafy greens like spinach, lettuce, coriander, and fenugreek are widely considered healthy foods. They’re rich in essential nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, and fibre, making them an excellent addition to any diet. However, despite their health benefits, leafy greens are among the most contaminated foods, especially in India. The combination of poor farming practices, polluted
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Why Disinfection is the Key to Ensuring Food Safety and Quality 0
- A to Z
- April 8, 2025
Food safety is essential to protect consumers from foodborne illnesses, and disinfection plays a vital role in this process. While sanitization reduces harmful microorganisms to safe levels, disinfection goes further by eliminating these germs. This is particularly important in food preparation areas, where pathogens like Salmonella, E. coli, and Norovirus can cause serious health risks
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