Hydrogenation is the process of adding hydrogen to an edible vegetable oil using a catalyst to produce a fat with semi-solid consistency. For the hydrogenation process the catalyst that is most often used is powered nickel compound. To carry out hydrogenation the oil is “sparged” at a high temperature and pressure with hydrogen in the […]
What are the Food labeling guidelines on Nutritional information as per FSSR?
The nutritional information on the food product label is one of the most important food labeling requirements for the packaged foods.Nutritional information is displayed on packaged foods to let the consumer know about the amount of proteins, carbohydrates, sugar, fats, vitamins, minerals and calories contained in it. The nutrient content is displayed either as a […]
Declaration of “Nutritional Facts” on food labels : Module 4
The Nutritional Information labeling is a description intended to inform the consumer of the nutritional properties of the food. The Nutritional Facts on the label provides detailed information about a food’s nutrient content, such as the amount of Protein, carbohydrates, Sugar, fat and Calories. This information available on the label enables the consumer to compare […]