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The traditional Tanzanian diet causes less inflammation
Urban Tanzanians have an activated immune system compared to their rural counterparts as they follow a Western diet. An activated immune system increases the risk of lifestyle diseases in people living in urban areas.
ITC's frozen snack business grew 3 times during COVID-19
The company’s business head for frozen and fresh food Ashu Phakey said the frozen food market got a huge boost due to the pandemic, growing by 40-50% on the back of higher number of trials. The market was earlier growing at 10-15%. In e-Commerce while the category doubled, it grew by five times for ITC.
Mezhukkattil Mills to release a coconut paste for South Indian dishes
Developed by the Kochi-based Mezhukkattil Mills – the patented product will target Kerala, West Asia and Western countries. Since it is a concentrated product, it needs to add only very little to the dishes to get the authentic coconut taste. For a family of 4, one pack can last even a month.
Intermittent fasting aligned with circadian rhythms improved insulin levels and reduced tumor growth
Both obesity and menopause can disrupt circadian rhythms, which in turn can lead to the development of insulin resistance, predisposing individuals to chronic diseases like cancer. Data indicates that elevated insulin levels in obese mice are driving the accelerated tumor growth. Artificially elevating insulin levels accelerated tumor growth.
Delhi soon to get food trucks - citizens get ready for meals on wheels
Delhiites may soon be able to indulge in different cuisines — from Asian and Lebanese to regional favourites — at a food truck, without having to drive down to NCR! According to recent reports, North Delhi Municipal Corporation and South Delhi Municipal Corporation will soon issue licences for food trucks and carts
The Mediterranean-diet is can help in better thinking skills in later life
People who eat a Mediterranean-style diet are more likely to stay mentally sharp in later life, a study shows. Closely adhering to a Mediterranean diet was associated with higher scores on a range of memory and thinking tests among adults in their late 70s, the research found.
Chocolate giants Nestle and Mars and others are facing slavery lawsuit in US
Global chocolate giants, Nestle, Mars, Hersheys and many more have been accused of child slavery in the US. Washington DC based human rights body International Rights Advocates (IRA) has filed a suit in a local court, on behalf of 8 former child workers from Cote D'Ivoire in West Africa.
Food Industry is looking to recruit Gen Z for jobs - Survey
Many Gen Z students surveyed by FMI and Saint Joseph’s University said they aren’t aware of or don’t have enough information about corporate jobs in grocery retail. As a result, retailers need to educate graduating students about the many available jobs and their benefits.
