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World Food Safety Day on June 7th highlights the critical role of scientific approaches in protecting public health through food safety. Union Health Minister JP Nadda emphasized how scientific knowledge can reduce illness and save lives through careful food preparation and testing. The global theme "Food safety: science in action" underscores the importance of technological interventions in food quality management. Experts recommend maintaining hygiene, separating raw and cooked foods, and using safe water to prevent foodborne diseases.

Key Points: JP Nadda Highlights Science in Food Safety Awareness

  • Science critical in ensuring food quality and safety nationwide
  • WHO warns contaminated food can cause over 200 diseases
  • FSSAI advocates for rigorous food testing and standards
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Focus on food safety essential to protect health and well-being: JP Nadda

Union Health Minister emphasizes scientific approach to food safety, protecting public health and preventing foodborne diseases on World Food Safety Day.

"Food is the fuel that keeps us going every day. When we focus on food safety, we're protecting our health - JP Nadda"

New Delhi, June 7

Focus on food safety essential to protect health and well-being, said Union Health Minister JP Nadda on World Food Safety Day on Saturday.

World Food Safety Day is observed annually on June 7 to prevent, detect, and respond to public health threats associated with unsafe food.

This year’s theme, ‘Food safety: science in action,’ draws attention to using scientific knowledge as the key to reducing illness, cutting costs, and saving lives.

“This World Food Safety Day, we come together to raise awareness about the essential role of safe and hygienic food in safeguarding health and reducing foodborne diseases. Food is the fuel that keeps us going every day. When we focus on food safety, we’re protecting our health and the well-being of families everywhere,” Nadda said, in a post on social media platform X.

“This year's theme celebrates how science and technology is protecting our food quality and safety at every stage,” he added.

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), in a post on X, noted that “science plays a monumental role in ensuring the food on your plate is safe”

“From laboratories that test for quality to research that informs food standards, the power of science helps us make informed choices. Choose wisely, eat safely!” it added.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), eating food contaminated with bacteria, viruses, parasites, or chemical substances such as heavy metals can lead to over 200 diseases.

For safer food, the global health body urges individuals to keep food clean, separate raw and cooked food, cook food thoroughly, keep them at safe temperatures, and use safe water and raw materials during the preparation.

“On World Food Safety Day, let us commit to safe food practices that protect health and prevent foodborne diseases. Safe food is everyone's responsibility and the foundation of a healthier, stronger, and safer tomorrow,” said Pralhad Joshi, Union Minister of Food and Public Distribution, on X.

- IANS

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Rajesh K.
Finally some focus on food safety! Street food vendors in my area use the same oil for days. FSSAI should conduct surprise checks more often. Our health is literally at stake here. Good initiative by Nadda ji 👏
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Priya M.
Science in food safety is crucial, but what about traditional Indian food practices? Our grandmothers knew about food safety through experience. Modern science should combine with traditional wisdom for best results 🇮🇳
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Amit S.
Good speech but where's the action? Every monsoon we see food poisoning cases spike. Need more food testing labs in small towns. Also, packaged food companies should be held accountable for misleading labels.
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Sunita R.
As a mother, I worry about adulterated milk and vegetables with pesticides. Government should run awareness campaigns in regional languages too. Not everyone understands English food safety guidelines. #HealthForAll
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Vikram J.
Food safety begins at home! We Indians often ignore basic hygiene like washing hands before cooking. No point blaming others when we don't follow simple rules. Change starts with us 💪
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Neha P.
Happy to see focus on scientific approach. But what about roadside food? That's where most contamination happens. Need affordable solutions for small vendors - maybe subsidized food grade containers and training programs?

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