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FDA Sets Lead Limits for Baby Foods 0

Report On Monday, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) introduced new guidelines to limit lead levels in baby foods, such as jarred fruits, vegetables, yoghurts, dry cereals, and other processed items. This initiative aims to reduce children’s exposure to lead, a harmful metal known to cause developmental and neurological problems. The FDA’s final guidelines project

FDA Cracks Down on Unsanitary Biryani Vendors in Goa 0

Report The Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) in Goa, announced on Tuesday its commitment to targeting unhygienic dining establishments, with a particular focus on biryani vendors operating along coastal routes during the tourism season. A team led by FDA officer Richard Noronha shut down five facilities in Calangute on Tuesday due to unsanitary conditions and

FDA Redefines “Healthy” Food Labeling to Focus on Nutrient-Rich Ingredients 0

Report The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has overhauled its guidelines on what qualifies as a “healthy” food label. Under the new rules, fortified white bread no longer qualifies, while fatty fish like salmon are now considered healthy. Most whole fruits and vegetables, along with nutrient-rich foods like whole grains, dairy, eggs, beans, lentils,

FDA Destroys Illegal Paneer Batch in Kurukshetra, Haryana 0
- A to Z, Event, Food Safety, News
- December 18, 2024
Report A team from the Food and Drug Administration, led by District Food Safety Officer Dr. Amit Chauhan, inspected a factory in Sector 2, Kurukshetra, Haryana, after receiving a complaint about the factory operating without a license. The team destroyed nearly five quintals of illegal paneer after collecting samples during the inspection. Suspected Contamination of
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Stanford Study Reveals Risks of Raw Milk and the Need for Pasteurization 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, General, News
- December 17, 2024
Report A recent study by Stanford University uncovers hidden risks associated with raw milk, commonly promoted as a healthy alternative to pasteurized milk. The research found that the influenza virus can remain infectious in refrigerated raw milk for up to five days, raising concerns about potential transmission through consumption. The study underscores the importance of
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Bombay High Court Allows Criminal Action Against Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages 0
- A to Z, Event, Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Food Safety, News
- December 13, 2024
Report The Bombay High Court has ruled in favour of allowing criminal action against Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages Private Limited (HCCB) over allegations of selling contaminated drinks. Context of the Case The case stems from a 2001 inspection by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in Jalna district, Maharashtra. The FDA reported finding fibrous substances and
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