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Tuesday, February 3, 2026
TopicFood and health

Topic: food and health

India’s PDS isn’t future-ready. It needs five major reforms

The Public Distribution System cannot continue unchanged in an era where the demand is likely to be for nutrition, convenience, and choice.

Health Risks of Extremely Spicy Foods

Spicy food adds flavour to every meal, but too much of it can come with unexpected outcomes. While occasional consumption is generally safe, frequent...

Economic Survey suggests ‘health tax’ on junk foods, sugar & salt limits for packaged items

Underlining that ultra-processed foods are a big factor in undermining physical & mental health, Economic Survey 2024-25 points out that globally, self-regulation has been ineffective.

FSSAI proposes move to have salt, sugar & fat related info in bold, bigger font on packaged foods

Amendment to the regulations aims to empower consumers to make healthier choices. Draft notification will now be put in public domain to invite suggestions and objections.

Unsafe food causes half the deaths in Asia-Pacific. Be your own risk manager

World Food Safety Day is an opportunity for everyone to take a moment to pay closer attention to something many of us take for granted – the safety of the food we eat.

70% of 36 popular protein supplements sold in India mislabeled, study finds

A selection of the best news reports, analysis and opinions published by ThePrint this week.

Sucking your stomach in for a flat tummy can cause organ damage

People who may feel insecure in their bodies or who want a flat stomach may suck their stomach muscles. It can result in fatigue, urine leak, and muscle imbalance.

New book uncovers how science can manipulate the human body and hack health

Published by Penguin India, ‘Hacking Health’ by Mukesh Bansal will be released on 25 January on ThePrint’s Softcover.

Methi in water, diet counselling, 4 am runs — NDRF on mission to become a lean rescue machine

Efforts part of fitness drive aimed at bringing down BMI of 14,000 NDRF personnel across all 12 battalions. Some have lost over 11 kg in 40 days. Struggle is 'worth it', they say.

Yes, you can reheat food more than once and it won’t go bad. Here’s why

Origins of food myths are often obscure, but some become embedded in our culture like the 'five-second rule' or 'double-dipping'.

On Camera

Why Rahul Gandhi wasn’t allowed to read an excerpt from General Naravane’s memoir

General MM Naravane’s memoir—Four Stars of Destiny—reveals that he was left hanging by political leadership for more than two hours as Chinese tanks drove towards Indian positions.

Trade deal with US likely to lift Rupee & stocks, say investors

New Delhi: India’s agreement with the US to buy $500 billion-worth of goods over five years includes an existing pipeline of projects, as well...

Adani Defence teams up with Italy’s Leonardo to tap India’s mega helicopter market

The partnership will focus on targeting the Indian Armed Forces' requirements, particularly for Leonardo's AW169M and AW109 TrekkerM helicopters.

Swiss report should now close Op Sindoor debate. Knowing when to stop the fight is key too

The key to fighting a war successfully, or even launching it, is a clear objective. That’s an entirely political call. It isn’t emotional or purely military.