Have you ever wondered how rice or other grains are prepared before they reach your plate? Before cooking a white pot of fluffy rice, it goes through two important processes: parboiling and polishing. These methods make rice easier to cook and improve its appearance. However, they also impact the safety and nutrition of the rice.
READ MOREFood provides essential nourishment, but some naturally occurring substances, known as natural toxins, can pose significant health risks if consumed in certain quantities or under specific conditions. These toxins, produced by plants, fungi, and animals as defence mechanisms, can range from mild irritants to severe threats causing organ damage, neurological issues, or even cancer. The
READ MOREWhen it comes to food safety, there are numerous factors to consider, and one particularly insidious threat is aflatoxin. Aflatoxin is a naturally occurring toxin produced by certain types of fungi that grow on crops such as peanuts, corn, cottonseed, and tree nuts. This invisible menace poses significant health hazards and requires our attention. In
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