PIPAL: People’s Initiative for Participatory Action for food Labelling

 Shruti delved into the intricate relationship between fast foods and mental health, shedding light on their often underestimated impact. Additionally, she explored the nutritional benefits and culinary delights of seasonal fruits and vegetables, particularly during the summer months.

 🚨 Important Read! 🚨 The Times of India's recent editorial, "Thought for Food," sheds light on the misleading marketing of malt-based beverages like Bournvita, labeled as "health drinks." Despite their popularity, these drinks are high in sugar and may contribute to obesity and diabetes among children. 🥤🚫 The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is stepping up, issuing advisories to enforce stricter product categorization, particularly on e-commerce platforms, aiming to cut through deceptive marketing and protect consumer health. 🛒📉 It's time for us to demand better food safety regulations and honest labeling to enable informed health choices. Let’s support initiatives that prioritize consumer health over misleading claims! 👏🏼🍽 Read more about the need for honest food marketing in the full editorial here: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/blogs/toi-editorials/thought-for-food-2/ #InformedChoices #HealthFirst #NoMoreSugarCoating #FS

 A Grateful Note: Reflecting on the "Hypertension And Its Determinants Among Adolescents" Webina r Hashtag: #WebinarReflections #HealthAwareness #AdolescentHealth Dear Lenin Raghuvanshi, We would like to extend our sincerest appreciation for your participation in the webinar on "Hypertension And Its Determinants Among Adolescents" held on 8th April 2024. We hope that the webinar was informative and provided you with valuable insights into the subject matter. As promised, we are pleased to present you with a certificate of participation as recognition of your attendance and active participation during the webinar. Your presence has contributed significantly to the success of the event, and we are grateful for your valuable contributions. Thank you once again for your participation in the webinar. We look forward to seeing you in our future events. Best regards, Vitthal Prasad Subject: Re: Certificate of Participation - Webinar on "Hypertension And Its Determina