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FSSAI Urges States to Curb Obesity, Cut Oil Use by 10%0

Report The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has urged States and Union Territories to ramp up efforts to combat obesity and cut down edible oil consumption by 10%. During the 47th Central Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting held on May 27 in New Delhi, FSSAI officials emphasised the urgency of tackling these growing

Understanding HFSS Foods: Why It Matters for Your Health 0

In India, food is more than just fuel—it’s a part of our festivals, family traditions, and daily routine. We’re known for our diverse, home-cooked meals rich in spices, grains, and vegetables. But in recent years, a different kind of food has crept into our lives—easy-to-grab, colourful, and often irresistible. From crunchy chips to sugary colas,

Government Stance on Palm Oil Consumption and Health Concerns 0

Overview The central government has stated that there is no unanimous “scientific evidence” on the health concerns regarding palm oil consumption. However, it acknowledged ongoing concerns about the use of refined oils, particularly palm oil, in food products. Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Prataprao Jadhav, highlighted that the Indian Council of Medical

Key Food Safety and Nutrition Insights from Eat Right Fest 0
- Event, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 5, 2025
Food Safety Concerns and Findings at Eat Right Fest At the Eat Right Fest in Kollam, during the panel discussion, officials revealed that packaged chilli powder tested free of pesticide residues, while homemade chilli powder contained them. Dr T.S. Aneesh, Professor at Kozhikode Medical College, explained that failing to remove chilli stalks before grinding increases
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Thiruvananthapuram Hosts ‘Eat Right’ Walkathon to Promote Healthy Eating 0
- Event, Food Safety, News
- February 25, 2025
Report Thiruvananthapuram: The district food safety department organized an ‘Eat Right’ walkathon on Saturday, following the guidelines of the National Health and Family Welfare Department. District Collector Anu Kumari flagged off the event, which started from Kowdiar Park and ended at Kanakakunnu Palace. The initiative aimed to promote the ‘Eat Right India’ campaign, highlighting disease
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Kerala Enforces Stricter Regulations on Reusing Cooking Oil 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- January 13, 2025
Report The Kerala Commissionerate of Food Safety has implemented stricter rules to prevent businesses from reusing cooking oil in harmful ways. Authorities will impose penalties of up to ₹1 lakh on individuals and businesses that reuse oil improperly. They will penalize those who use oil more than three times without submitting it to authorized organizations.
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