Processed Foods Archives

Nestlé to Remove Artificial Colors from U.S. Products by 2026 0

Report Nestlé announced it will eliminate artificial dyes from all its U.S. food and beverage products by mid-2026, joining other major companies working to improve food safety. Kraft Heinz and General Mills recently pledged to remove artificial dyes from their U.S. products by 2027, with General Mills targeting cereals and K-12 school foods by mid-2026.

Viral Ramen Warning Sparks Health Concerns and Nutrition Debate 0

Report Ramen noodles have long been a popular comfort food — quick to prepare, flavorful, and highly adaptable. However, a recent viral Instagram video has raised alarm over potential health risks linked to the snack. The video shows a warning label on the back of a ramen noodle packet that reads: “Warning: Cancer and Reproductive

Mayonnaise Missteps: Danger Lurking in Your Fast Food 0

Walk into almost any fast food joint today, and you’ll likely spot a busy shawarma counter. Wrapped in soft pita bread and filled with spiced meat and crunchy veggies, shawarma has become a go-to snack for many. But there’s one creamy ingredient that could be putting your health at risk — the mayonnaise. That dollop

Glyphosate in Your Daily Diet: How Much Are You Consuming?0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness
- March 29, 2025
Glyphosate, a widely used weed killer or a herbicide, is more common in our food than you might think. Found in grains, cereals, and even fruits, its presence has sparked debates about safety. While regulators say small amounts are harmless, some studies link it to health concerns like gut issues and even cancer. So, how
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NIT Rourkela & UP Los Baños Develop IoT Colourimeter for Food Quality 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, New Technology, News
- March 21, 2025
Overview Researchers from NIT Rourkela and the University of the Philippines Los Baños have developed an IoT-enabled smart colourimeter to monitor ingredient quality in processed foods. This device enables real-time tracking of colour and temperature variations, making it particularly valuable for analyzing oleogels and fat alternatives in the food industry. How the Smart Colourimeter Works
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WHO Advocates Lower-Sodium Salt Substitutes to Combat Hypertension 0
- Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- February 15, 2025
Report World Health Organization (WHO) has introduced guidelines urging the global adoption of lower-sodium salt substitutes (LSSS) to reduce hypertension and cardiovascular risks. These LSSS products replace a significant portion of sodium chloride with potassium chloride, providing the dual benefit of reducing sodium intake while increasing potassium consumption. Why Reducing Sodium Matters Excess sodium is
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