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Nutritional Assessment of Packaged Foods in India: A Call for Healthier Options 0
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- December 21, 2024
Overview A recent study funded by the Government of India revealed that most food products sold in the country are classified as “healthy” or “moderately healthy.” However, the study also highlighted a concerning scarcity of low glycemic index (GI) foods, which are crucial for individuals with diabetes. Published in the peer-reviewed journal PLOS ONE, the
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FSSAI Mandates Reporting of Expired and Rejected Food Products 0
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- December 21, 2024
Report The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has directed licensed food producers, importers, and relabelers to submit quarterly reports on rejected and expired food products through its online compliance platform, FOSCOS. This directive aims to prevent the resale of unfit food products for human consumption. Key Mandates Released on December 16, the
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Shimla District Launches Food Safety Campaign on National Highway 0
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- December 19, 2024
Report The Shimla district administration has launched a special awareness campaign to promote food safety and hygiene along the National Highway stretch from Shoghi to Narkanda. Running until January 10, the initiative educates shopkeepers, hotel owners, dhaba operators, and street vendors on maintaining food quality and adhering to regulations. Campaign Ensures Food Safety During Tourist
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Bengaluru Vendors Trained to Ensure Hygiene and Quality in Street Food 0

Overview Addressing growing concerns about street food safety following the recent ban on artificial colours, Bengaluru’s Food and Safety Department has launched a specialized training program to restore public confidence in street vendors. This initiative equips vendors with essential knowledge about safe food handling and promotes the use of natural ingredients in their offerings. Over

No Breach of Sugar Regulations in Nestlé’s Baby Food: Union Health Minister 0

Report On Friday, Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda informed the Lok Sabha that the government found no violation of sugar content regulations in Nestlé’s wheat-based baby food. He explained that the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) had taken suo motu cognizance of concerns regarding the product’s sugar content, triggered by a report

Tracking Food Safety: The Impact of Traceability in India’s Food Chain 0

Food traceability refers to the process of tracking and documenting the movement of food products from their origin to consumption. This system allows businesses, authorities, and consumers to trace the entire journey of food items through every stage of the supply chain, including production, processing, packaging, and distribution. In an increasingly globalized food system, traceability