Food Safety and Standards Authority of India(FSSAI) has drawn reference to the Sub-Regulation 5(3)(b) of Food Safety and Standards (Labeling and Display) Regulations, 2020, which stipulates labeling of Nutritional Information per 100g or l00ml or per single consumption pack of the product and per serve percentage (%) contribution to Recommended Dietary Allowance calculated on the […]
Why Dietary Fiber is considered as a Healthy Nutrient in Food Products?
Dietary fiber offers many health benefits and so it is essential for a healthy diet. This is why foods with dietary fiber have become the important players in the food and supplements market. Since the market is growing rapidly, various players are launching innovative products according to end user tastes and preferences. With the rise in […]
Why are minerals required in fortified food? Does FSSAI recommend mineral-fortified foods?
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, […]