FDA Archives

FDA Unveils 100-Day Plan to Ensure Safe, Healthy Food in Maharashtra 0

Report The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in Maharashtra has launched an ambitious 100-day action plan aimed at ensuring that all citizens have access to safe and healthy food. The plan focuses on improving food safety, conducting inspections, and offering specialized training to food industry professionals. As part of its action plan, the FDA will

Red Alert: The Hidden Dangers of Red Dye No. 40 0

Report The recent ban on red dye No. 3 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has sparked widespread concern among consumers, prompting them to re-evaluate their food choices. Many are not only checking for the presence of red dye No. 3 but are also scrutinizing other products for potentially harmful ingredients. In this

FDA Bans Red No. 3 Dye Linked to Cancer in Animals, Effective 2027 0

On Wednesday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it would ban Red No. 3, a synthetic dye found in food and beverages, due to its cancer-causing effects in animals. The dye, which gives products like candy, cereals, fruit cocktails, and strawberry-flavoured milkshakes their bright red colour, has been linked to cancer in

Caustic Potash (KOH): A Versatile Compound with Crucial Roles in Food and Industry 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
- January 15, 2025
Caustic potash, or potassium hydroxide (KOH), serves as an indispensable compound with wide-ranging applications, particularly in the food industry. Its strong alkaline properties allow it to regulate pH levels, stabilize food products, and maintain hygienic production processes. Manufacturers produce KOH by electrolyzing potassium chloride, and regulators, including the FDA and FSSAI, recognize it as a
READ MORE
FDA Proposes Front-of-Package Labels for Healthier Choices 0
- A to Z, Food Laws, Food Safety, General, News
- January 15, 2025
Report On Tuesday, the FDA proposed a new rule requiring front-of-package nutrition labels to assist Americans in making healthier food choices. The rule, which could take effect by 2028, would mandate that food manufacturers display information on the front of packaging about saturated fat, sodium, and added sugars, in addition to the standard nutrition label
READ MORE
Freezing Milk: Is It a Good Idea?0
- A to Z, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness, News
- January 10, 2025
Overview Have you ever opened the fridge in the morning only to find that the milk has expired, even if it hasn’t been opened? Wouldn’t it be great if you could stop milk from spoiling? One way to do that is by freezing it! While we commonly freeze certain foods to extend their shelf life,
READ MORE