Mother’s ultra-processed food intake linked to obesity risk in children; Unlikely during peripregnancy

Mother’s ultra-processed food intake linked to obesity risk in children; Unlikely during peripregnancy

A mother’s consumption of ultra-processed foods appears to be linked to an increased risk of overweight or obesity in her offspring, irrespective of other lifestyle risk factors, suggests a US study. Researchers suggest that mothers might benefit from limiting their intake of ultra-processed foods, and that dietary guidelines should be refined and financial and social […]

First consignment of plant-based meat products exported to USA from Gujarat

First consignment of plant-based meat products exported to USA from Gujarat

In a move to boost exports of unique agricultural processed food products, the centre through apex export promotion body — Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Authority (APEDA) — facilitated the export of first consignment of plant-based meat products under Vegan food category from Nadiad in Kheda district in Gujarat to California,the United States of […]

Shopkeeper held in TamilNadu’s Tenkasi for refusing to sell candies to Scheduled Caste children

Shopkeeper held in TamilNadu’s Tenkasi for refusing to sell candies to Scheduled Caste children

Sep 18 (IANS) The Tenkasi police has arrested Maheswaran, a shopkeeper for refusing to sell snacks and candies to Scheduled Caste children. The district administration sealed the shop and cancelled his license. Police said that a group of Scheduled Caste children approached Maheswaran for buying snacks and candies on Saturday. He refused to sell them and […]