Misleading Labels

Front-of-pack warnings can help consumers choose healthier options: Experts

Front-of-pack warning labels identifying packaged foods high in added sugar, added fat or salt can make nutritional risks more visible to consumers and help them make more informed choices, health experts said, stressing the need for nutrition education alongside labelling. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has proposed a red hexagonal warning on the front of packaged food products that cross specified thresholds for "even one" nutrient of concern. The thresholds are based on the ICMR-NIN Dietary Guidelines for Indians, 2024. Dr Naval K Vikram, Professor, Department of Medicine, AIIMS-Delhi, said the proposed front-of-pack warning labels can play an important role in helping people recognise foods that contain excessive amounts of sugar, salt or fat at the point of purchase. "Obesity and metabolic diseases are influenced by multiple factors, but dietary patterns and frequent consumption of highly processed foods are important contributors," Vikram said. "Most

CCPA slaps ₹1 lakh fine on United Biscuits over 'wholewheat' claim

The CCPA found that the biscuits contained 19.5 per cent whole wheat, while refined wheat flour (maida) accounted for 52 per cent of the product, despite the product being marketed as 'wholewheat'

SC warns states of contempt for inaction on misleading advertisements

The SC bench scheduled compliance reviews for Andhra Pradesh, Delhi, Goa, Gujarat, and Jammu & Kashmir on February 10

UP govt asks district administration to keep tab on misleading information

Move meant to stop attempt to malign the state's image

CCPA issues notices to companies for misleading advertisements

CCPA has issued show cause notices to various companies for misleading and misguiding advertisements during the Covid-19 pandemic

'Gluten-free water' shows absurdity of trend in labelling what's absent

Labels contain misleading claims that exploit a knowledge gap with consumers