Here’s how to identify adulteration in tomato ketchup
Ensure you always read the ingredients list on the packaging before buying a product.
Let's understand about adulteration in ketchups (Source: Freepik) Adulteration of food items has become quite common these days, highlighting the importance of choosing authentic products. After learning about fake ORS, fake garlic, and analogue paneer, it’s time to test tomato ketchup, a commonly used condiment in many households.
Dr Veena Pai, dietitian, Lilavati Hospital Mumbai said fake or adulterated ketchup might contain a range of ingredients that are not good for your body and can result in various health complications.
According to Dr Pai, fake ketchup often contains harmful food colourings, synthetic dyes, artificial flavours, preservatives, and chemicals. “When consumed frequently, it can pose several threats to your physical well-being. You may fall ill and experience health issues like indigestion, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, dysentery, and food poisoning,” said Dr Pai.
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