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The George Institute case for enforcing WHO sodium guidelines in packaged foods

The George Institute case for enforcing WHO sodium guidelines in packaged foods

This study is significant because high sodium intake is a leading cause of death and illness worldwide The World Health Organization (WHO) has established global guidelines for sodium in packaged foods. A recent study by

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Nutrition International, WHO to address India’s salt and iodine dilemma

Nutrition International, WHO to address India’s salt and iodine dilemma

Policymakers and practitioners kick off a series of stakeholder consultations to reduce salt intake while maintaining adequate iodine nutrition for the country’s population Nutrition International, World Health Organisation Country Office for India (WHO, India), Resolve

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Ultra-processed foods and alcohol cause millions of deaths annually

Ultra-processed foods and alcohol cause millions of deaths annually

New WHO report highlights how big industry fuels chronic diseases, obstructs health policy and targets vulnerable people A pioneering report from the WHO Regional Office for Europe spells out clearly how specific powerful industries are

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Analysis reveals 38 baby products contain added refined sugar

Analysis reveals 38 baby products contain added refined sugar

The category analysis of baby cereals products available in India was conducted by Xume after the publishing of a report by Swiss NGO, Public Eye An analysis of 143 baby cereal products by Xume, a

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FSSAI to investigate allegations against Nestlé

FSSAI to investigate allegations against Nestlé

Nestlé issued a statement emphasising its commitment to providing infant cereal products that meet all the necessary nutritional requirements for early childhood, including protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and iron The Food Safety and Standards Authority

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Global research suggests cereal fortification can address iron-deficiency anaemia

Global research suggests cereal fortification can address iron-deficiency anaemia

Iron deficiency is one of the most common nutrient deficiencies in both developing and developed countries, with an estimated 40 per cent of preschool kids globally affected by anaemia Research has shown that food fortification, particularly infant

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Data reveals gaps in transparent food labelling leading to misinformed choices among Indians

Data reveals gaps in transparent food labelling leading to misinformed choices among Indians

Current food labelling standards in India are in dire need of standardisation and transparency A comprehensive analysis of more than 1 Lakh packaged food and drink labels has unearthed ingredient and nutrition labelling loopholes which

Dietary Supplements
Emcure Pharmaceuticals launches OTC portfolio with Galact supplement

Emcure Pharmaceuticals launches OTC portfolio with Galact supplement

Made from natural ingredients like Shatavari and 6 other herbs, Galact is a lactation supplement that helps boost the production of breast milk for mothers and is associated with the improvement of immunity and IQ

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UN Statistical Commission approves creation of standalone food security and nutrition domain

UN Statistical Commission approves creation of standalone food security and nutrition domain

Decision provides stronger basis for FAO, UNICEF, WHO and their members to intensify their work on producing and using harmonised data The United Nations Statistical Commission has approved the creation of a new statistical domain on

Technologies
WHO creates data-driven dietary assessment tool to measure health

WHO creates data-driven dietary assessment tool to measure health

The tool allows various health, diet and environmental scenarios to be modelled based on country-level data The World Health Organisation (WHO) has developed a data-driven dietary impact assessment (DIA) for policymakers, researchers and practitioners in