Our lifestyle is impacting our dietary choices The lifestyle of Indians is noticeably changing. Rapid urbanization, coupled with industrialization and the fast-pace of life is having an impact on our dietary preferences. With the rapid increase in the number of working women, there is very little time at hand to devote for food preparation. Therefore, […]
Genetically Modified Foods: Should They Be Allowed Under A Regulatory Regime?
Genetically modified foods are those where the DNA of organisms has been altered. The technology that is used to change the DNA is called gene technology, gene engineering or modern biotechnology. Through this technology selected genes can be transferred from one organism to another even if they do not belong to the same species. GM […]
FSSAI Encourages All Stakeholders to Participate in Codex Alimentarius Activities
Codex India along with the National Codex Committee (NCC) promotes Codex activities in India. NCC also facilitates India’s input about Codex work through an established consultation process. As a member of the Codex Alimentarius Commission, India is fully conversant with the Codex activities. India is keen to develop science based food standards that protect health […]