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India Embraces Algae-Based Natural Food Colours to Replace Synthetic Dyes 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- September 16, 2025
Overview India is increasingly turning to microalgae-derived pigments as natural alternatives to synthetic food dyes, which have raised health concerns globally. Traditional Indian cuisine has long relied on natural ingredients like turmeric and saffron for colour, but industrialisation introduced synthetic dyes linked to potential toxicity. Health Risks and New Rules Boost Natural Colour Shift Microalgae
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Aspartame: Uses, Health Concerns, and Natural Alternatives 0
- Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
- February 20, 2025
Aspartame is a widely used artificial sweetener that is approximately 200 times sweeter than sugar. It is commonly found in sugar-free and low-calorie food products such as diet sodas, sugar-free gum, protein bars, and various processed foods. Approved by food regulatory bodies worldwide, including the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), aspartame has
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Food Safety Department Warns Against Harmful Artificial Food Colors 0
- A to Z, General, News
- November 29, 2024
Warning from the Food Safety Department The Food Safety Department of Kerala has warned against the widespread use of artificial colours in food items, bakery products, and soft drinks. Some of these contain banned food colours that can cause serious health issues. Even approved food colours, when used excessively, can lead to health problems. To
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