Food Safety & Quality

A grain is a living biological product which germinates and respires also. The respiration process in the grain is externally manifested by the decrease in dry weight, utilisation of oxygen, …

What is Grain? How temperature will effect on the quality? Read More

Food poisoning occurs when foods containing poisons of chemical or biological origin are eaten. The characteristic symptoms are abdominal pain and diarrhoea, usually accompanied by vomitting, which follow 2-36 hours …

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Some toxic substances are naturally present in some pulses. These include trypsin inhibitors and haemagglutinins. Trypsin inhibitor, as the name indicates, interferes with digestion of proteins by inhibiting the action …

Toxic Compounds Found Naturally in Pulses Read More

Key Summary: 1. Use of carbide gas or acetylene gas is not permitted for artificial ripening of fruits under Food Safety and Standards Regulations, due to the potential health hazards. …

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What is Ozone wash: Ozone is a universal disinfectant that can oxidize organic matter and inorganic compounds, destroy viruses, bacteria and other pathogens The use of ozone for washing salads …

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Safe and good-quality food is essential for maintaining good health. Naturally-occurring toxins, environmental contaminants and adulterants in foods constitute a health hazard. Consumption of unsafe foods can lead to food-borne …

Foods consumed should be safe and clean Read More