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Why are some packaged foods under the scanner?
1 day, 20 hours ago

Why are some packaged foods under the scanner?

The Hindu  

The story so far: A study of 432 convenience food products, in five categories — idli mixes, breakfast cereals, porridge mixes, beverage mixes, soup mixes — and extruded snacks, has found that a majority of these ready-to-eat/packaged food products are high in carbohydrates. The study, ‘Assessment of front and back of pack nutrition labels of selected convenience food products and …

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I'm a dog expert and these are the seven festive foods you should never feed your pet
2 days, 2 hours ago

I'm a dog expert and these are the seven festive foods you should never feed your pet

Daily Mail  

Pet owners across the UK are gearing up to include their four-legged friends in the festivities. Pet food experts at tails.com, based in the UK, are reminding dog owners to tread carefully when it comes to sharing Christmas treats with their pets Chocolate While selection boxes and assortment trays are fun festive treats for humans, chocolate is a no-go for …

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Nine foods that really WILL ward off a hangover: A top nutritionist reveals the surprising things to eat before drinking alcohol... and AFTER
3 days, 3 hours ago

Nine foods that really WILL ward off a hangover: A top nutritionist reveals the surprising things to eat before drinking alcohol... and AFTER

Daily Mail  

We've all been there: you swear you're only going to have a glass or two at your work festive do, only to roll into bed at 2am and spend the next day feeling like death. Nutritionist Toral Shah suggests smoked salmon, pickle juice and omelettes are all great ways to beat a hangover Pickle juice OK, we know it tastes …

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FDA updates the definition of ‘healthy’ foods
3 days, 20 hours ago

FDA updates the definition of ‘healthy’ foods

Associated Press  

Packaged foods in the U.S. will have to follow new rules in order to call themselves “healthy,” according to changes finalized Thursday by the Food and Drug Administration. “It’s critical for the future of the country that food be a vehicle for wellness,” FDA Commissioner Robert Califf said in a statement. “Improving access to nutrition information is an important public …

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I'm a doctor on the frontlines of America's colon cancer crisis and I think a few common ingredients may be responsible
3 days, 20 hours ago

I'm a doctor on the frontlines of America's colon cancer crisis and I think a few common ingredients may be responsible

Daily Mail  

Dr Maria Abreu is on the cutting edge of one of the biggest health tragedies in a generation. The above graph shows the rise of colorectal cancer in Americans under 50 in the last two decades A recent study from researchers in Florida suggests that seed oils and other ultra-processed foods could lead to inflammation and fuel a rise in …

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Gut doctor reveals surprising fruit that relieves constipation 'as effectively as laxatives' - could also help protect against colon cancer
4 days, 2 hours ago

Gut doctor reveals surprising fruit that relieves constipation 'as effectively as laxatives' - could also help protect against colon cancer

Daily Mail  

It's no secret that prunes can help to get a sluggish system moving again. One kiwi could relieve constipation almost instantly, said Dr Karan Rajan, a London-based gastrointestinal surgeon and social media star. Dr Rajan took to TikTok to tell his 5.3million followers of the four foods that are scientifically proven to improve your gut health. In high doses, you …

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Reality of hidden 'toxic' mould in your food. Many blame coffee, grains and even juice for their distressing symptoms - now doctors reveal the truth
4 days, 3 hours ago

Reality of hidden 'toxic' mould in your food. Many blame coffee, grains and even juice for their distressing symptoms - now doctors reveal the truth

Daily Mail  

It's being blamed for a range of health problems - from itchy eyes and sensitive skin to breathing difficulties and gut problems such as bloating or diarrhoea. According to TikTok ‘holistic health coach’ @LeiahR, you may benefit from giving up certain 'mould-containing' foods, such as wine or bread Influencers are blaming mould-containing foods for many health ailments Moulds are a …

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Painful & Debilitating, Kidney Stones Shouldn’t Be Taken Lightly. 5 Tips On Prevention & Avoiding Recurrence
4 days, 5 hours ago

Painful & Debilitating, Kidney Stones Shouldn’t Be Taken Lightly. 5 Tips On Prevention & Avoiding Recurrence

ABP News  

Ask anyone who has suffered the pain of a kidney stone, and they will tell you it is neither to be taken lightly, nor can it be wished away. Information on the website of the US’ Mount Sinai Hospital states that kidney stones, in the initial stages, may go unnoticed, and that one may not have symptoms until the stone …

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Many Indian packaged foods are healthy, except certain snacks
4 days, 15 hours ago

Many Indian packaged foods are healthy, except certain snacks

India Today  

Most food products sold in India, evaluated in a recent Government-funded study, belong to 'healthy' and 'moderately healthy' categories. This new research, published in the peer-reviewed journal PLOS ONE, has highlighted the nutritional quality of packaged foods in India, revealing both progress and areas needing improvement. Conducted by the Madras Diabetes Research Foundation, the Indian Council of Medical Research-National Institute …

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Who can say it's healthy? The FDA has a new definition for food labels
4 days, 15 hours ago

Who can say it's healthy? The FDA has a new definition for food labels

NPR  

Who can say it's healthy? The FDA has a new definition for food labels toggle caption Hispanolistic/Getty Images At a time when more than half of the American diet comes from processed, packaged foods, the Food and Drug Administration has new rules aimed at helping people make healthy choices in the grocery store. Food companies can voluntarily use a "healthy" …

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Opinion: Weight-loss drugs are great, but real food still matters
4 days, 15 hours ago

Opinion: Weight-loss drugs are great, but real food still matters

LA Times  

Salty and fatty manufactured foods, along with sweet ones, have been engineered to encourage snacking and excessive eating. Companies have reshaped the food system to produce ultraprocessed, hyperpalatable and highly profitable foods, leading people to snack more, eat larger portions and prepare fewer meals themselves. Just as health experts urge us to reduce our intake of salt, fat and sugar, …

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Avocados, salmon, strawberry yogurt: Which of these meets FDA’s new definition of a “healthy” food?
4 days, 15 hours ago

Avocados, salmon, strawberry yogurt: Which of these meets FDA’s new definition of a “healthy” food?

LA Times  

Avocados now qualify as “healthy” foods under the Food and Drug Administration’s new definition. In an effort to improve American diets, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Thursday released a new definition of what it means for a food to qualify as “healthy.” Products like fruit-flavored yogurt, fortified white bread and sweetened energy bars will no longer be allowed to …

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Food poisoning warning over 14 festive dangers this Christmas
4 days, 20 hours ago

Food poisoning warning over 14 festive dangers this Christmas

The Independent  

Sign up to IndyEat's free newsletter for weekly recipes, foodie features and cookbook releases Get our food and drink newsletter for free Get our food and drink newsletter for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Not checking use-by dates “People can lose sight of things like use-by dates,” warns …

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Tyson Foods fights to silence debt-stricken farmers after slashing contracts
5 days ago

Tyson Foods fights to silence debt-stricken farmers after slashing contracts

Raw Story  

This story was produced by the Watchdog Writers Group in collaboration with Investigate Midwest. But Cal-Maine’s offer came with a catch: The farmers would have to agree not to sue Tyson Foods for any losses because of the plant closure, according to court filings. His operation near Harrison, Arkansas, was photographed on March 31 Hinkle’s career with Tyson Foods began …

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So much sunlight, yet Indians suffer from lack of vitamin D: Why?
5 days, 15 hours ago

So much sunlight, yet Indians suffer from lack of vitamin D: Why?

India Today  

Despite living in a tropical climate, many Indians suffer from a lack of vitamin D. This vitamin is essential for strong bones, as it helps the body absorb calcium. High levels of dust, smog, and smoke block UVB rays—the type of sunlight needed for the skin to make vitamin D. "Even if someone spends time outdoors in polluted cities, the …

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Don't replace home-cooked meals with ready-to-eat foods. Here's why
5 days, 23 hours ago

Don't replace home-cooked meals with ready-to-eat foods. Here's why

Firstpost  

As the demand for convenience foods and ready-to-eat snacks grows rapidly in India, a study published in the peer-reviewed journal PLOS One raises red flags over its consumption on long-term health. The nutrition scientists analysed over 400 popular food items in the Indian market and called for a redesign of the convenience food matrix A recent study has revealed that …

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Cool Winter Treats To Keep You Warm
6 days, 8 hours ago

Cool Winter Treats To Keep You Warm

Deccan Chronicle  

WINTER SPECIALS With temperatures dipping it's time for hot desserts. For instance, til laddus, gud and aaliv laddus provide warmth and support hormonal balance in women.” Winter sweets like gajar halwa, moong dal halwa, panjiri, urad dal pinni, til laddus, payasam, and Mysore pak are traditionally made at home. Neha Deepak Shah, chef-content creator and MasterChef India Season 4 runner-up …

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CCI approves KKR’s proposal to acquire stake in cloud kitchen brand operator Rebel Foods
6 days, 22 hours ago

CCI approves KKR’s proposal to acquire stake in cloud kitchen brand operator Rebel Foods

Live Mint  

New Delhi, Dec 16 The Competition Commission of India on Monday approved global investment firm KKR's proposal to acquire a stake in home-grown food-tech company Rebel Foods. US-based KKR, through its affiliate -- Royce Asia Holdings II Pte, is acquiring a stake in Rebel Foods, which owns Faasos, Behrouz Biryani, Oven Story and other cloud kitchens. “By way of the …

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Woman who shed 32 kg reveals 7 mistakes she made that didn't let her lose weight, including ‘cutting out foods’
1 week ago

Woman who shed 32 kg reveals 7 mistakes she made that didn't let her lose weight, including ‘cutting out foods’

Hindustan Times  

Fitness influencer and nutrition coach Nikki, who goes by the handle @nikkigets_fit, often shares her weight loss journey and tips for staying fit on Instagram. Avoid making these mistakes while losing weight As per Nikki's Instagram post, these are the 7 mistakes that held her back during her weight loss journey: Trying to outrun a bad diet. In the caption …

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Coke takes 12 minutes, hot dog 36 minutes off your life: Which other foods are shortening your lifespan? See full list
1 week, 1 day ago

Coke takes 12 minutes, hot dog 36 minutes off your life: Which other foods are shortening your lifespan? See full list

Hindustan Times  

Coke, one of the world's most beloved beverages, is often consumed in large quantities without a second thought. Eating ultra-processed foods like coke and hot dog may lead to higher disease risks and shorter lifespan. Study reveals ultra-processed foods like hot dogs and Coke reduce life expectancy. Our findings demonstrate that small, targeted substitutions offer a feasible and powerful strategy …

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Sore throat has become a severe problem in winter season, include THESE foods in your diet to get rid of it
1 week, 1 day ago

Sore throat has become a severe problem in winter season, include THESE foods in your diet to get rid of it

India TV News  

As soon as the cold season arrives, we all have to face many problems. There are many food items, from hot soup to herbal tea, which give a lot of relief to your throat. So, here are some such foods that will help in relieving sore throat in the winter season: 1. Herbal Tea If you are troubled by a …

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Hard To Process
1 week, 1 day ago

Hard To Process

Deccan Chronicle  

It is hard to resist junk food, especially cheesy burgers, and French fries sprinkled with peri-peri and dipped in hot & sweet sauce. Ankita Gupta Sehgal, Founder & Chief Dietician, at Nutrition Matters in Delhi, says that ultra-processed foods are often marketed as convenient and time-saving, being riddled with too many hidden health risks. “Excessive consumption of ultra-processed food can …

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From Amritsari Kulcha To Hyderabadi Biryani, Indian Foods That Make It To The 100 Best Food Category Awards
1 week, 1 day ago

From Amritsari Kulcha To Hyderabadi Biryani, Indian Foods That Make It To The 100 Best Food Category Awards

ABP News  

The 2024/25 world food awards list has been announced by the experiential food guide Taste Atlas. The award categories include several foods, cuisines and dishes in the 'Top 100 list' and many food enthusiasts are quite amped about the lists and their country or region's food making it to the top of the list. Indian foods in the list Several …

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‘I gave up sugar, honey, jaggery 4 years ago’: Saumya Tandon swears by these sugar-free desserts—Can you do it too?
1 week, 2 days ago

‘I gave up sugar, honey, jaggery 4 years ago’: Saumya Tandon swears by these sugar-free desserts—Can you do it too?

Hindustan Times  

In a viral Instagram video last month, that came straight from her kitchen, actor Saumya Tandon claimed that she gave up sugar and all sugar substitutes including honey and jaggery, four years ago. Let me know what you thought..” Saumya Tandon’s sugar-free journey: A game-changer for your sweet tooth Surprising causes of sugar cravings: Reacting on the same, in an …

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