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Storing Spices: Smart Tips to Prevent Mould and Keep Them Fresh 0

Spices add depth, flavour, and aroma to dishes, making them indispensable in cooking. However, their potency and safety depend on proper storage. Improper handling and exposure to moisture can cause mould growth, spoilage, and food contamination. Consuming mouldy or spoiled spices can lead to digestive issues and other health concerns. Understanding the factors that contribute

Food Safety Crack Down in Punjab Amid Dog Meat Rumors 0

Report After reports surfaced about food department officers allegedly discovering “a dog’s severed head in the refrigerator of a momos and spring roll factory” in Mohali, Punjab, Deputy Commissioner Komal Mittal clarified that claims of dog meat usage were misleading. A health department inspection confirmed that the tested meat sample did not belong to a

Officials Warn of Contaminated Cool Drinks in Salem This Summer 0

Report As temperatures rise, many people turn to bottled and fresh fruit juices to stay hydrated. Roadside fruit and juice stalls, which attract large crowds between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., have started operating in anticipation of summer. However, officials from the Food Safety Department in Salem, Tamil Nadu have warned that some vendors are

Razor Blade in Hostel Meal Sparks Protest at Osmania University 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 13, 2025
Report On Tuesday night, postgraduate students at Osmania University in Hyderabad staged a protest after a student found a razor blade in a meal served at one of the campus hostels. Outraged students claimed that foreign objects in their food had become a recurring issue. The incident occurred during dinner at the New Godavari Hostel
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Food Safety: Raw Food vs. Cooked Food 0
- A to Z
- March 10, 2025
We all love fresh food, but have you ever wondered how safe it is? Whether you’re enjoying a crisp salad or a steaming bowl of soup, food safety plays a crucial role in protecting your health. Raw foods like fresh fruits, vegetables, and meats are packed with nutrients, but they also carry a higher risk
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45 Inmates Hospitalized in Mangaluru Jail for Suspected Food Poisoning 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 6, 2025
Report On Wednesday, 45 undertrials from Mangaluru jail were hospitalized after they showed symptoms of suspected food poisoning. The inmates began experiencing severe stomach pain, vomiting, and other discomforts shortly after eating lunch. Some inmates fainted and doctors transferred them to Wenlock Hospital for treatment. Cause of Illness Under Investigation The affected inmates consumed a
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