After tests revealed high levels of pesticides in some samples, Rajasthan government is taking action against popular spice brands.
State Medical to collect spice samples across Rajasthan districts, May by Department of Health and Family Welfare 8 Following a special campaign launched on It came.
Total including models of well-known brands 93 Samples were collected. Worryingly, State Central Public Health Laboratory AnalysisBow, Some samples were found to contain very high levels of pesticide contamination.
This situation, Importance of food safety regulations, It also highlights the need for regular testing to protect consumers from harmful substances.
Nutritionist Abhilasha against rising food adulteration (Chief Clinical Nutritionist, Cloudnine Group of Hospitals, Bengaluru). Homemade adulterated food products He shared some techniques on how to find out.
Milk
Water
Place a drop of milk on the shiny surface. A footprint Even if it overflows without reading in it There is water.
Detergent
Milk Shake well. If it forms a thick foam, It may contain soap.
Honey
Add few drops of honey to a glass of water. Pure honey will settle at the bottom, Mixed honey is soluble.
Put a small amount of honey on your thumb. If it spreads, It can be confusing.
Turmeric, Chilli powder
Mix a teaspoon of turmeric powder in a glass of warm water. Pure turmeric leaves the clear water and settles to the bottom. Water Color If changed, It may contain an adulteration.
A little chili powderIn Spray with water. Pure chili powder remains the same. If it is adulterated, the red color will bleed out.
Tea, coffee
Wet tissue Spread some tea on the paper. If a yellow or orange stain appears, It indicates the presence of artificial color.
Sprinkle the coffee powder into the water. Pure coffee floatsat the same time adulterated Underneath will settle.
Vegetables
Green of vegetables top soaked in water or oil Cotton wool Rub with Cotton If the color changesin it Contains artificial dyes.
Banana
Put a few drops of water on the banana. Water place If it turns brown, It indicates the presence of artificial ripening agents such as calcium carbide
Wheat, other grains
A teaspoon Dissolve wheat flour in water. Clean flour will settle to the bottom. Water Color If change or residual, It indicates adulteration.
Meat
Press the meat. If it feels too firm or rubbery, It may contain impurities. Further, Pure meat should have a natural color without bright red or pink spots.
coconut oil
Little Coconut oil In the fridge keep Pure coconut oil thickens, At the same time the blended oil is liquid
Other oil
Rub a few drops of oil on your palm. Pure oil is absorbed quickly will, Does not leave a greasy residue.
Butter
Melt a small amount of butter in a spoon. Pure butter melts quickly and turns brown, Whereas adulterated butter takes longer and leaves a white residue.
Ghee
Heat a tablespoon of ghee in a pan. Pure ghee melts and turns brown, Whereas adulterated ghee above Leaves oil free.
These home tests are simple, Helps detect common adulterations. However, All kinds of adulteration Thus Unable to detect. Therefore Trusted and certified From brands It is better to buy food items.
