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2 articles for “mislabeling”
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Mislabeling in Indian Branded Health Foods: Case Study with Immunity Booster Food and Protein Supplement
Abstract: One of the most recent risks to livelihood security is food "mislabeling". Mislabeling occurs when the label on the packaging does not convey the true character of the product with respect to quality, components, nutritional values and health advantages. Mislabeling includes modifying the original recipe, substituting a component, omitting required warning words, and concealing the presence of certain potentially dangerous ingredients. Purposeful mislabeling is done for financial advantage, whereas inadvertent …
Published in International Journal of Nutritions · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 47–57 Read article
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Labeling transparency and heavy metal contamination in commercial protein powders: A case study
Abstract: With the recent surge in market demand, health supplements particularly protein powders, have become increasingly vulnerable to quality deterioration, adulteration, and unethical marketing practices. Non-compliance with labeling regulations is on a rise. Moreover, research indicates that heavy metals absorbed from contaminated soil often accumulate in the protein fractions of crops, thereby elevating the risk of heavy metal contamination in protein powders. These issues highlight the urgent need to systematically assess …
Published in International Journal of Nutritions · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 Read article