Overview The central government has stated that there is no unanimous “scientific evidence” on the health concerns regarding palm oil consumption. However, it acknowledged ongoing concerns about the use of refined oils, particularly palm oil, in food products. Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Prataprao Jadhav, highlighted that the Indian Council of Medical
READ MOREReport In early January, authorities in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, uncovered a facility that produced fake ghee. Located in the Tajganj area along Shamsabad Road, the factory mixed harmful substances like urea, palm oil, and synthetic flavours to imitate well-known dairy brands. Officials confiscated 25,500 kilograms of fake ghee and raw materials used in its production,
READ MOREIntroduction Sanitation issues surfaced at Burger King and other popular eateries in Malakpet, Hyderabad. On Friday, 27th September 2024. Telangana’s Commissioner of Food Safety task force teams conducted inspection raids at several well-known restaurants in Malakpet, uncovering multiple breaches of food hygiene regulations. At Pista House, inspectors noted slippery flooring and an uneven slope, causing
READ MOREWhat is palm oil and why is it so controversial? Palm oil is an edible vegetable oil derived from the fruit of oil palm and is the most widely consumed vegetable oil .It is cheap, ubiquitous and is used in thousands of everyday products ranging from ice cream, peanut butter, bread to lipsticks, soaps, and
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