Toxins Archives

Food Infection or Food Intoxication: Know the Difference!0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
- September 2, 2026
We often use the term “food poisoning” to describe any illness caused by contaminated food. But foodborne illness does not always happen in the same way. Two important mechanisms are food infection and food intoxication. Both can cause symptoms such as diarrhoea, vomiting, abdominal pain and nausea, but they differ in what causes the illness
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Mumbai Deaths: No Adulteration; Toxins Suspected, Morphine Trace Found 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- May 2, 2026
Key Update The deaths of four family members in Mumbai have taken a new turn after preliminary food safety tests ruled out common adulterants. The family reportedly fell ill after a late-night meal, initially raising concerns about contaminated food. However, early findings from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) found no trace of artificial additives
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FSSAI Notifies Version IX with Stricter Contaminant Limits 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- February 14, 2026
Key Update India’s food regulator, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, has notified Version IX of the Food Safety and Standards (Contaminants, Toxins and Residues) Regulations, tightening limits on toxins, pesticide residues, heavy metals and select additives across multiple food categories. Issued on 3 February 2026, the revised compendium strengthens consumer protection and
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Infant Formula Under Scrutiny After 36 UK Infants Fall Ill 0

Key Update At least 36 infants in the UK have reported suspected food poisoning, following the recall of specific baby formula batches produced by Nestlé and Danone due to cereulide contamination. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said it received clinical notifications of infants showing vomiting, diarrhoea, nausea, and abdominal cramps, symptoms consistent with

Nestlé Recalls Infant Formula Globally Over Toxin Contamination 0

Key Development Nestlé recalled selected batches of its infant nutrition products—including SMA, BEBA, NAN, Guigoz, and Nidal formulas—after detecting cereulide, a toxin produced by certain strains of Bacillus cereus. Cereulide can trigger vomiting, nausea, and stomach cramps and cannot be destroyed by boiling, cooking, or standard formula preparation. Authorities advised parents not to feed the

Vegetables That Can Turn Harmful If Not Cooked Properly 0

Key Update Vegetables are one of the best ways to get the nutrients your body needs. They provide essential macro and micronutrients that support overall health. However, some vegetables can cause harm if you don’t cook or handle them correctly. Surprisingly, a few common vegetables can become unsafe when they are raw, spoiled, or improperly