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U.S. Health Department Calls for Phaseout of Petroleum-Based Dyes 0

Report The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has called on companies to phase out all petroleum-based food dyes by the end of next year. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. announced the plan Tuesday, aiming to replace synthetic dyes with natural alternatives in the U.S. food supply. FDA Commissioner Marty Makary said the

SC Tells Centre: Fix Food Labels in 3 Months 0

Report The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the Centre to implement food safety regulations within three months, requiring clear and prominent display of key details on packaged food products. A bench of Justices J B Pardiwala and R Mahadevan firmly pressed the need for transparent labelling. “Do all of you have grandchildren?” Justice Pardiwala asked.

Toxic Buckwheat: Uttarakhand Bans Loose Sales After Mass Illness 0

Report Contaminated buckwheat flour sickened nearly 300 people in Dehradun, prompting Uttarakhand’s Food Safety and Drug Administration Department to enforce strict new rules. The department now mandates that grocers sell buckwheat flour only in sealed packets and only if they possess a valid food licence. It has completely banned loose or unauthorized sales across the

Food Misbranding and Mislabelling: A Consumer Safety Concern 0
- Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
- March 25, 2025
In today’s food industry, consumers rely heavily on food labels to make informed decisions about what they are eating. However, issues like food misbranding and mislabelling are becoming increasingly prevalent, leading to concerns about consumer safety, transparency, and trust in food products. Both misbranding and mislabelling pose significant risks not only to the health of
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FDA Launches Operation Stork Speed to Improve Infant Formula Safety 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 24, 2025
Overview Through Operation Stork Speed, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is enhancing infant formula safety by implementing a nutrient evaluation process and increasing testing for heavy metals and contaminants. The FDA is urging companies to improve transparency and labelling, ensuring clearer and more accurate information for consumers. Comprehensive Update on Infant Formula Nutrients
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Officials Warn of Contaminated Cool Drinks in Salem This Summer 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 18, 2025
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
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