The standard for canned meat products are prescribed under clause 1 to 6 of the Food Safety and Standards (Food Product Standards and Food Additives) Regulations, 2011.
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What are processed meat products?
Processed meat and meat products are defined as any meat preserved by smoking, curing or salting, or with the addition of chemical preservatives.
How we can judge whether the meat we are purchasing is of good quality?
One can check quality of meat by its odour, texture, colour and physical appearance.
Why is the total fat value listed in the Nutrition Facts table not equal to the sum of saturated and trans fats?
The amount of total fat listed in the Nutrition Facts table is not equal to the sum of saturated fat and trans fat because it includes saturated fat, trans fat, monounsaturated fat and polyunsaturated fat that are present in the food. For example, the sum of saturated and trans fats is 1 g, whereas the […]
Are artificial sweeteners safe?
Use of permitted artificial sweeteners at the prescribed levels and conditions as given in the Food Safety and Standards (Food Product Standards and Food Additives) Regulations 2011 is considered to be safe, unless any specific safety concern is identified and established.
Are there any individuals who cannot consume low calorie sweeteners?
Yes, there are certain group of individuals with some specific disease condition who cannot consume some low-calorie sweeteners. For example, people with a genetic disorder namely, Phenylketonuria (PKU) cannot consume aspartame because they cannot metabolize phenylalanine which is breakdown product of aspartame.
How long can salads or cut fruits be kept at room temperature?
The fruit and vegetables after cutting and peeling can be kept safely at room temperature for two hours. But once refrigerated it cannot be kept again for 2 hrs.
What precautions should I take while buying fresh fruits and vegetables from the market?
Consumers should take following precautions while buying while buying fresh fruits and vegetables from the market:
Is a fat free diet healthy?
No. Our body requires fats. Some of them are essential which can only be obtained through diet. Mustard oil, Flaxseed oil, Soybean oil contain essential fatty acids. Oil also contains micronutrients such as oryzanol, carotenoids, tocopherols etc. which has Vitamin A and Vitamin E activity. The oil/fat also helps us absorb certain vitamins which are […]
What are Health supplements, nutraceuticals, food for special dietary use, Probiotics and prebioticsand what is the benefit of taking these products?
The information is available under the Food Safety and Standards (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals, Food for Special Dietary Use, Food for Special Medical Purpose, Functional Food and Novel Food) Regulations, 2016 notified by FSSAI. These regulations are available in FSSAI website www.fssai.gov.in for everyone at free of cost.
Any standards available for these foods like detail on which substances and what amounts may be added to these products? If yes, where can I get that information?
Yes. The information is available under the Food Safety and Standards (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals, Food for Special Dietary Use, Food for Special Medical Purpose, Functional Food and Novel Food) Regulations, 2016 notified by FSSAI. The same is available on FSSAI website www.fssai.gov.in
Are these products safe?
The Food Safety and Standards (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals, Food for Special Dietary Use, Food for Special Medical Purpose, Functional Food and Novel Food) Regulations, 2016 lists the ingredients and additives allowed in these products. These products need to be comply with the same.
Is there any safe duration of usage specified for these products?
As per Food Safety and Standards (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals, Food for Special Dietary Use, Food for Special Medical Purpose, Functional Food and Novel Food) Regulations, 2016 the label of these products specify the recommended duration of use.
Who is responsible for overseeing the regulation of these products in India?
FSSAI
What are the FSSAI standards for food additives?
The FSSAI standards for food additives are prescribed in regulation 3.1 under the Food Safety and Standards (Food Product Standards and Food Additives) Regulations 2011.