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Why You Should Never Eat Lychee On An Empty Stomach: Doctors Explain Toxicity, Encephalitis Risks
Dr Arun Shah explains why you should never eat litchi on an empty stomach. There are various serious health risks associated with it, and how to consume it safely.
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How To Spot Fake vs Real Mangoes: What Experts Want You To Know
From colour to smell, here's how to identify chemically ripened mangoes and avoid health risks
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Is Cut Watermelon Stored In The Fridge Safe To Eat? We Asked A Nutritionist
Amid growing concerns, experts explain how to handle and store watermelon safely this summer.
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Why You Must Soak Mangoes For 30 Minutes Before Eating: A Gastroenterologist Explains The Health Benefits
You must soak mangoes for 30 minutes before eating to improve their nutritional intake. Dr Prateek Sharma explains the health benefits of doing so.
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The Heatwave Diet: What To Eat And Avoid To Prevent Summer Diarrhea And Dehydration
Summer diarrhea and dehydration are common issues that are caused by dietary mistakes. Nutritionist Lovneet Batra explains which foods to avoid to safeguard your gut health and which ones to eat.
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Food Authority's Strict Warning Against Illegal Ripening Of Mango, Banana
Calcium carbide, commonly referred to as "masala", has been historically misused to artificially ripen fruits such as mangoes, bananas and papayas.
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200 kg Of Artificially Ripened Mangoes Seized In Hyderabad, Fruit Trader Arrested
The case comes at a time when mangoes are arriving in large numbers across markets in Hyderabad.
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Your Choice Of Fruits Could Be Raising Pesticide Levels In Your Blood, Warns Study
A new study published by the Environmental Working Group highlights that your food choices may be increasing the pesticide levels in your blood. Here is how this is happening and why you need to implement practical tips to be safe.
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6 Hidden Health Risks In Fruits That You Need To Know
The fruits on your table have many hidden health risks. Here is a list of possible risks that may be involved in fruits that you need to know, and ways to be careful.
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Tax Relief For Rooh Afza As Top Court Classifies It As 'Fruit Drink'
For licensing purposes, the product had been described as a "non-fruit syrup containing 10% fruit juice", since it did not meet the higher fruit content threshold prescribed under food safety norms for a "fruit syrup".
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Safe, Healthy Diwali Gifting: Expert Shares Tips For Edible Gifts And Food Safety
As Indians prepare for Diwali with boxes of mithai, chocolates and dry fruits, an expert shares practical, science-backed ways to ensure your edible gifts are safe, hygienic and long-lasting without compromising on taste or tradition.
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How to Eat Dragon Fruit Safely: Expert Advice and Side Effects Explained
Dragon fruit, also called pitaya, is a nutrient-rich superfruit with antioxidants, fibre, and vitamins. Learn about possible side effects, digestion issues, allergies, blood sugar impact, safe serving sizes, and best ways to eat it.
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8 Lunchbox Mistakes You Should Avoid During Monsoon
If you are wondering what to skip in your office lunchbox, follow this guide to steer clear of digestive problems in the monsoon.
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Flying To The US? These Everyday Indian Items Could Get You In Trouble
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) enforces these laws from various federal agencies, including the Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), aiming to protect public health, safety, and national interests.
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"100% Fruit Juice" Claim By Dabur Misleading: Food Regulator To High Court
The claim made by FMCG giant Dabur that its range of fruit beverages is made "100 per cent" from fruits violates rules and regulations and is also misleading for the consumers, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) said.
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Why You Should Never Eat Lychee On An Empty Stomach: Doctors Explain Toxicity, Encephalitis Risks
Dr Arun Shah explains why you should never eat litchi on an empty stomach. There are various serious health risks associated with it, and how to consume it safely.
-
How To Spot Fake vs Real Mangoes: What Experts Want You To Know
From colour to smell, here's how to identify chemically ripened mangoes and avoid health risks
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Is Cut Watermelon Stored In The Fridge Safe To Eat? We Asked A Nutritionist
Amid growing concerns, experts explain how to handle and store watermelon safely this summer.
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Why You Must Soak Mangoes For 30 Minutes Before Eating: A Gastroenterologist Explains The Health Benefits
You must soak mangoes for 30 minutes before eating to improve their nutritional intake. Dr Prateek Sharma explains the health benefits of doing so.
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The Heatwave Diet: What To Eat And Avoid To Prevent Summer Diarrhea And Dehydration
Summer diarrhea and dehydration are common issues that are caused by dietary mistakes. Nutritionist Lovneet Batra explains which foods to avoid to safeguard your gut health and which ones to eat.
-
Food Authority's Strict Warning Against Illegal Ripening Of Mango, Banana
Calcium carbide, commonly referred to as "masala", has been historically misused to artificially ripen fruits such as mangoes, bananas and papayas.
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200 kg Of Artificially Ripened Mangoes Seized In Hyderabad, Fruit Trader Arrested
The case comes at a time when mangoes are arriving in large numbers across markets in Hyderabad.
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Your Choice Of Fruits Could Be Raising Pesticide Levels In Your Blood, Warns Study
A new study published by the Environmental Working Group highlights that your food choices may be increasing the pesticide levels in your blood. Here is how this is happening and why you need to implement practical tips to be safe.
-
6 Hidden Health Risks In Fruits That You Need To Know
The fruits on your table have many hidden health risks. Here is a list of possible risks that may be involved in fruits that you need to know, and ways to be careful.
-
Tax Relief For Rooh Afza As Top Court Classifies It As 'Fruit Drink'
For licensing purposes, the product had been described as a "non-fruit syrup containing 10% fruit juice", since it did not meet the higher fruit content threshold prescribed under food safety norms for a "fruit syrup".
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Safe, Healthy Diwali Gifting: Expert Shares Tips For Edible Gifts And Food Safety
As Indians prepare for Diwali with boxes of mithai, chocolates and dry fruits, an expert shares practical, science-backed ways to ensure your edible gifts are safe, hygienic and long-lasting without compromising on taste or tradition.
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How to Eat Dragon Fruit Safely: Expert Advice and Side Effects Explained
Dragon fruit, also called pitaya, is a nutrient-rich superfruit with antioxidants, fibre, and vitamins. Learn about possible side effects, digestion issues, allergies, blood sugar impact, safe serving sizes, and best ways to eat it.
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8 Lunchbox Mistakes You Should Avoid During Monsoon
If you are wondering what to skip in your office lunchbox, follow this guide to steer clear of digestive problems in the monsoon.
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Flying To The US? These Everyday Indian Items Could Get You In Trouble
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) enforces these laws from various federal agencies, including the Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), aiming to protect public health, safety, and national interests.
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"100% Fruit Juice" Claim By Dabur Misleading: Food Regulator To High Court
The claim made by FMCG giant Dabur that its range of fruit beverages is made "100 per cent" from fruits violates rules and regulations and is also misleading for the consumers, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) said.
