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CAP: Don’t sacrifice health and lives of the people at the altar of company profits

Lai Cheng May 9, 2024 0 Comments
We refer to the recent news report that the Penang authorities have rejected CAP’s proposal to restrict the hours of operation for 24-hour restaurants and eateries. Penang State government executive councillor Jason M.L. H’ng stated CAP’s proposal will “not only disrupt worker livelihoods but also lead to a domino effect on the economy”. He didn’t explain how. It is strange that the...
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6 JUICES THAT ARE GOOD FOR HEALTH

Lai Cheng May 7, 2024 0 Comments
Fruits and veggies are rich vitamins, minerals and fibre and it’s best to consume them whole. Eating 2 cups of fruit and 2½ cups of vegetables every day may reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke and cancer, while also helping to manage your weight. But if you struggle to eat enough fruits and vegetables each day – perhaps because you don’t enjoy them or you have certain health...
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India widens spices probe amid contamination concerns

Lai Cheng May 3, 2024 0 Comments
HYDERABAD, May 2 (Reuters) - India's food safety regulator said on Thursday it had ordered testing and inspections at all companies making spice mixes, widening an investigation into the sector as global regulators look into suspected contamination in two popular local brands. Hong Kong last month suspended sales of three spice blends made by India's MDH and an Everest spice mix for fish...
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CAP: Enough evidence to proof the negative effects of late-night meals

Lai Cheng April 26, 2024 0 Comments
The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) welcomes the announcement by the Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly to study carefully CAP’s call for abolishing 24-hour licenses for eateries and restaurants. He has stated that he would consult the stakeholders before making a decision. Abolishing 24-hour licenses does not mean closing down restaurants and eateries. What we are calling for is to...
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FOODS THAT NOURISH YOUR VITAL BODY PARTS

Lai Cheng April 24, 2024 0 Comments
Eating a wide variety of nutritious foods, including fruit, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and lean protein can help support your overall health. A balanced diet will ensure that you get the various nutrients needed by the body to function well. Certain foods are beneficial for the various organs in your body. Here are some foods that nourish your vital body parts.    
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Investigate food that has been discarded at a dumping area

Lai Cheng April 23, 2024 0 Comments
Consumers Association of Penang urges the relevant authorities to investigate the recent actions of former Deputy Home Minister Ismail Mohamed Said who discarded rice and other food items near Rumpun Makmur-Kampung Gunung Senyum, Pahang. Investigating such instances is not only about rectifying past wrongs but also about preventing future abuses and restoring public trust in institutions. It is...
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GROW A FOOD GARDEN AND BE HEALTHY

Lai Cheng April 23, 2024 0 Comments
Growing your own food is very gratifying. Planting seeds, nurturing them to seedlings, watering and feeding them as they grow into crops, then picking them fresh to cook and eat, and sharing them with others can bring much satisfaction and joy. Food gardening saves you money on grocery bills, connects you with nature and is good for the environment. And do you know: Gardening also keeps you...
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CAP: Repeal 24-hours operating license for eateries

Lai Cheng April 22, 2024 0 Comments
The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) supports the move taken by some eateries to shorten the operating hours however this should made mandatory as presently there are still restaurants operating for 24 hours. The authorities should repeal the 24-hour, operating license given to eateries as studies have shown that there are negative effects of late-night meals such as weight gain, sleep...
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ULTRA PROCESSED FOOD: A “CORPORATE DIET”

Lai Cheng April 17, 2024 0 Comments
The past 60 years have seen an exponential rise in the production and consumption of ultra-processed “food”, such as packaged crisps, biscuits, sweetened beverages, and ready-to-eat meals. Driven by an expansion of the industrial food system, including global sourcing and retail structures, and corporate concentration and power within this system, UPP are replacing fresh and minimally...
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