Obesity is a complex, multifactorial public health challenge influenced by diet, physical activity, environment, behavior, and socioeconomic factors. Effective prevention and management require a balanced approach that integrates nutrition, fitness, and consumer awareness. Diverse Nutrient-Rich Diets for a Healthier Nation: Advancing Nutritional Literacy, Harnessing the Power of Sports and Fitness, Promoting Label Reading, and Enabling […]

Traditional foods are an essential expression of cultural heritage, shaped by geography, climate, local resources, and historical practices. They represent accumulated knowledge about nutrition, food preservation, and sustainability. In contrast, global food standards are formalized regulations designed to ensure food safety, quality, and consistency in an increasingly interconnected world. The interaction between traditional foods and […]

Background: Food safety is a global priority requiring collaboration across regulators, industry, academia, and civil society. Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) are pivotal in addressing food safety by combining government initiatives with private sector innovation. These collaborations foster resilient, sustainable food systems through shared responsibility, driving innovation, compliance, and awareness to mitigate Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) and enhance […]

The global food system is evolving rapidly due to complex international supply chains, the emergence of novel foods (e.g., plant-based, cultured meat), increased consumer demand for transparency, and advancements in technology. Food regulators face the challenge of ensuring safety, trust and innovation in this dynamic environment. However, current skill gaps in areas such as digital […]

In the preamble to the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is expected to ensure availability of safe and wholesome food for the people in India. Therefore, FSSAI has embarked on a large-scale effort to transform the country’s food system in order to ensure safe, healthy […]