Ultra-processed foods: global analysis shows they aren’t well sign-posted

Powerful food companies, which are often headquartered in high-income countries, are driving the global expansion of ultra-processed foods into …

At least 12 million avoidable deaths linked to improper diets in 2018

Premature deaths attributed to inappropriate diet increased 15% in 2010-2018; premature deaths attributed to dietary risks increased 22%

Around 66% children below 2 years don't get nutritious diet: UNICEF

The diets of children in this age group have not improved in the last decade  

Don’t condemn processed food producers, work with them: IFPRI

The agriculture research institute’s report calls for governments to work with the food sector to meet nutrition goals since these …

FSSAI in denial mode, won’t ban processed foods that tested positive for GM

The food regulator refuses to take those food products off the shelf, ignoring possible risks

Vacuum in governance on genetically modified foods in India

FSSAI has so far dragged its feet on regulating GM foods. Its recent attempt to regulate the industry may do more harm than good as the draft …

Taste the genetically modified buffet

CSE tested 64 processed food products bought from retail stores in Delhi-NCR, Punjab and Gujarat and one sample of crude cottonseed oil. These …

Processed finger millet can increase blood sugar levels

Although millets are high in fibre, processed millets can increase blood sugar levels as they have a high Glycemic Index

Increased consumption of ultra-processed food linked to rising cases of cancer

10 per cent increase in proportion of ultra-processed food in diets could lead to a 12 per cent increase in overall cancer risk

Allocation for food processing doubled but previous funds remain unused

The food processing ministry had spent only Rs 199 crore of the Rs 311 crore allocated under a mega food park scheme, according to a 2016 Lok …

South Africa to impose tax on sugary drinks from April 2018

South African parliament has passed a tax bill on carbonated drinks, which are now the third most commonly consumed beverage among very young …

Healthy lifestyle can overcome genetic risk of heart disease: study

Subjects who followed a low-fat diet reported higher levels of good cholesterol despite carrying a gene shown to increase risk of diabetes, shows …

Food labelling guidelines likely to be updated in next four months: FSSAI

The FSSAI is also looking at what regulatory structure is required for claim verification

India takes steps towards nutrient profiling of packaged foods

Initial survey on labels suggests that packaged food is not fit to be marketed to children 

'To eat or not to eat'

A CSE study found Potassium Bromate, a possible carcinogen, and Potassium Iodate in bread samples. Potassium Iodate can affect thyroid function

Packaged food labels in US to have bigger, bolder display of calories

US Food and Drug Administration behind move aimed at helping people to make better informed choices

All You Need to Know about Your Bread

A new study by Delhi-based non-profit Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) has shown that 84 per cent of bread and bakery samples collected …

Bread makers’ body withdraws potassium bromate; CSE welcomes move

A CSE study found 84 per cent of bread samples in Delhi to contain potassium bromate and/or potassium iodate, two food that may have adverse …

'FSSAI’s move to shut down two regional offices will give wrong signal'

FSSAI’s move suggests the central regulator is backing down and is not in full control of food safety regulatory enforcement, says Delhi-…

Warning labels should be made mandatory in India: Experts

Union Consumer Affairs Minister Ram Vilas Paswn had said last week that his ministry would concur with health ministry on the matter

Basmati rice exporters demand government support to improve exports

International prices of basmati have been declining over the last two years

Reversing food cycle

Processed and packaged food and sweetened beverages have become a part of our life. They have replaced traditional and fresh foods. Food companies,…

APEDA to oppose Madhya Pradesh's inclusion as basmati region for GI tag

Says inclusion of the state may impact primary farmers in northern India

Two-minute wake-up call

Nestle's resistance to the nationwide ban on Maggi noodles shows why the country needs an urgent policy on recall of harmful food products

Healthy move