Lecture on Food Adulteration Was Very Informative.

Awareness Session on Food Adulteration Prevention

By FSSAI

The awareness session on Food Adulteration Prevention by FSSAI was
conducted by Janhavi Patil, MSc Student in Clinical
Nutrition and Dietetics.
Learning Objectives
  • ✔️ Understand food adulteration and distinguish between different types of adulteration.
  • ✔️ Identify common physical and chemical adulterants in various food products.
  • ✔️ Understand short-term and long-term health hazards of adulterated food.
  • ✔️ Learn simple rapid detection methods demonstrated during the session.
  • ✔️ Recognize the role of healthcare professionals in spreading awareness.
  • ✔️ Develop a proactive attitude towards food safety at household and community level.
Common Adulteration Tests Demonstrated
  • 🌶️ Chilli Powder
  • 🍯 Honey
  • 🌾 Dal
  • 🍃 Tea Leaves
  • 🌰 Cloves