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Bombay High Court Orders Govt. Response on Cancer Warnings for Alcohol 0

January 31, 2025

Report On Thursday, the Bombay High Court directed the central and Maharashtra state governments, along with the FSSAI, to respond to a PIL calling for cancer warning labels on alcohol bottles. The PIL was filed by 24-year-old Yash Chilwar from Pune. He argued that the lack of cancer warnings increased health risks. Chilwar, represented by

Hidden Fat Alert: Garlic and Onions May Produce Harmful Trans-Fats in High-Heat Cooking 0

Overview If you love the irresistible aroma of garlic and onions sizzling in hot oil, here’s a health tip that may surprise you. A study by Japanese researchers reveals that cooking garlic and onions in vegetable oil at high temperatures can produce trans-fatty acids (TFAs)—harmful fats that are detrimental to heart health. What Are TFAs,

Chhattisgarh’s Water Crisis: Uranium Levels Surge Beyond Safe Limits 0

Report Tests in six districts of Chhattisgarh have reportedly revealed uranium levels in drinking water that are three to four times higher than the government’s limit of 30 micrograms per litre and the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) limit of 15 micrograms per litre. This raises concerns over the risk of kidney illnesses, respiratory problems, and

WHO’s Draft Guidelines: Enhance Nutritional Labeling to Combat Obesity 0
- A to Z, Health & Wellness, News
- October 22, 2024
Introduction of Nutritional Labelling The World Health Organization (WHO) has released its first draft guidelines recommending that packaged foods and drinks display clear nutritional information on the front. This initiative aims to help consumers make healthier choices without enforcing stricter warning labels. Processed foods high in salt, sugar, and fat contribute significantly to the global
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FSA to Evaluate Safety of Cell-Based Products 0
- General, News
- October 15, 2024
Introduction The The Food Standards Agency FSA and Food Standards Scotland (FSS) have secured £1.6 million ($2.1 million) in funding to launch a program focused on cell-cultivated products. While “cell-based,” “cultivated,” and “cultured” are preferred terms, alternatives such as “in vitro,” “artificial,” “fake,” “clean,” and “lab-grown” are also in use. Cell-based products represent innovative food
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GMOs Unveiled: The Truth Behind Genetically Modified Foods 0
- Food Safety, Health & Wellness
- October 10, 2024
Genetically modifying food (GMO) may seem like a concept straight out of a science fiction movie, but many of the foods we eat—and even those consumed by animals—have altered DNA. Scientists often employ this process to protect crops during growth. However, the scope of genetic modification extends beyond fruits and vegetables. Despite ongoing safety concerns,
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