Union Health Ministry Promotes Healthier Dietary Habits with Advisory

The Union Health Ministry has issued an advisory to display Oil and Sugar Boards in workplaces to promote awareness about hidden fats and excess sugar in food products. This initiative aims to encourage healthier dietary choices and combat rising obesity rates. Contrary to media reports, the advisory does not mandate warning labels on specific Indian snacks and does not target the country's street food culture. It emphasizes general health messages and physical activity as part of a broader strategy to address lifestyle-related diseases.

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APEDA Launches First Sea Shipment of Botanical-Infused Millet Foods to New Zealand

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the maiden sea shipment of botanical-infused, ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand. This milestone underscores the expanding opportunities for India's millet-based agricultural exports, bolstered by participation in APEDA-supported international trade fairs. Source: Original Link