Packaged Food Archives

Ready-to-Cook Foods: A Shift Towards Convenience, with a Safety Check 0

Overview More Indian households are turning to ready-to-cook (RTC) meals for the convenience and speed they offer. In just the past two years, over 18 million households have started using these products, making RTC the only packaged food category to double in volume. As this trend picks up, it brings with it a rising responsibility

US Food Brands Drop Artificial Dyes by 2027 0

Report Two major US food companies — Kraft Heinz and General Mills — have announced plans to eliminate artificial dyes from their food products sold in the United States by the end of 2027. The move comes amid growing consumer concerns and scientific debate over the potential health effects of synthetic colours, especially on children.

India’s Packaged Food Nightmares: Mice in Syrup, Frogs in Snacks 0

Report Over the past three years, at least 38% of Indian households have purchased packaged food products—still within their expiration dates—that turned out to be contaminated with insects, mold, or other impurities. This alarming insight comes from a recent survey by LocalCircles, a community-based platform. Released on World Health Day 2025, the survey paints a

FSIC Urges Australians to Check Food Labels for Safety 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- November 14, 2024
Report The Food Safety Information Council (FSIC) has urged Australians to check food labels and follow safety advice before cooking, ahead of Australian Food Safety Week from November 9 to 16. FSIC CEO Lydia Buchtmann pointed out that research shows only 30% of consumers consistently read cooking and storage instructions. The Impact of Not Following
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FSSAI Demands E-Commerce Platforms Follow Food Safety Rules for Consumer Health 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Food Safety, News
- November 13, 2024
Report The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has urged all quick commerce and e-commerce platforms to adhere to food safety regulations during a meeting held on November 12. Immediate Compliance or Penalties As per reports, FSSAI directed the platforms to comply immediately with these regulations or face penalties. The food safety authority
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Global Food Companies Offer Less Nutritious Products in Low-Income Countries, 2024 Index Reveals 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 11, 2024
Overview The Global Access to Nutrition Index 2024 reveals that global food giants like Unilever, Coca-Cola, Mondelez, PepsiCo, Kellanova, Nestlé, Lotte, and Mars are offering less nutritious products in low-income countries, including India. Published by the independent Access to Nutrition Initiative (ATNi), the index shows a stark difference in health star ratings. Products in low-income
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