Gene-Edited Bananas: What a Viral “No Labels” Claim Leaves Out
Gene-edited banana research is real, but a viral claim about unlabelled bananas in shops overstates what is known.
Brick Kilns and Forced Labour: What a Viral Video Gets Wrong About the Numbers
Forced labour is a grave global problem, but a viral video’s brick-kiln figure and extreme claims need evidence.
Beef Liver, Sardines and Eggs: Why a Viral “Bioavailability” Ranking Needs Context
Liver, oysters and sardines are nutrient-dense, but there is no single bioavailability score that ranks every animal food for every person.
EU Gene-Edited Food Rules: What the New NGT Law Does—and Does Not—Require
The EU’s new NGT law creates two categories for gene-edited plants. Here is what it says about approval, labelling and the viral claims.
141 Sickened: Fresh Start Produce Recalls Cucumbers Amid Salmonella Scare—Check If Your State Is Affected?
A Florida company is recalling cucumbers sent to 14 states due to possible Salmonella contamination. Fresh Start Produce Sales Inc. of Delray, Florida, is recalling cucumbers sent from May 17 to 21,
Govind Tekale
Karnataka Acts on Food Safety, Bans Artificial Colors in Popular Dishes like Gobi Manchurian and Cotton Candy
The Health and Family Welfare Minister, Dinesh Gundurao, has announced a ban on red cotton candies that use dangerous chemicals that result in artificial colors. Similarly, vigilance will be maintained on the
Illinois Bans Four High-Risk Food Additives: Statewide Enforcement Begins 2027
Illinois state senators approved legislation on Thursday to ban several food additives that have been found to cause adverse health effects. The Illinois Food Safety Act, introduced by State Senator Willie Preston
Tejal Somvanshi
FDA Targets BVO: Proposed Ban on Controversial Food Additive Over Health Risks
In a significant health move, the FDA is looking to put a stop to using brominated vegetable oil, or BVO, in our foods. This comes after some serious science work with the