Food regulator FSSAI approved changes in nutritional information labelling on packaged food items, proposing that total salt, sugar and saturated fat should be displayed in bold letters as well as bigger font size.
The FSSAI will issue a draft notification on this and seek comments from stakeholders.
In an official statement, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) said it has approved “a proposal to display nutritional information regarding total sugar, salt and saturated fat in bold letters and relatively increased font size on labels of packaged food items”. The FSSAI’s move is part of a broader effort to address public health concerns related to high consumption of salt, sugar, and saturated fats, which are linked to various health issues such as hypertension, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases.
In an official statement, FSSAI said it has approved “a proposal to display nutritional information regarding total sugar, salt, and saturated fat in bold letters and relatively increased font size on labels of packaged food items”, reports PTI. This new labelling requirement is expected to make it easier for consumers to identify and manage their intake of these critical nutrients.
To implement this change, FSSAI will issue a draft notification and seek comments from stakeholders, ensuring that the new regulations are comprehensive and consider feedback from various parties involved in the food industry. This consultation process will help refine the proposal and facilitate its smooth adoption.
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