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Chicken eggs shortage is unsolved mystery

Lai Cheng December 6, 2022 0 Comments

The Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) urged the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living and the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industries to resolve the supply shortage of chicken eggs immediately. “Most of the grocers and public markets claimed that it has been difficult for them to get the supply since two months ago, thus, creating a concern on the supply shortage in the...

GO FLEXITARIAN: It’s Good for Health

Lai Cheng November 21, 2022 0 Comments

Looking to eat less meat, but not interested in going totally vegetarian? The flexitarian diet (Flexible + vegetarian) might be for you. A flexitarian diet can have a positive impact on health, while being less strict than a 100%-vegetarian or vegan diet. The main purpose of this diet is to slowly increase one’s plant intake over time without omitting animal foods. With its emphasis on plant...

WHY PROCESSED FOOD IS NOT REAL FOOD

Lai Cheng November 9, 2022 0 Comments

Processed food is food that's changed in any way from its natural state. Chemically processed foods often only contain refined ingredients and artificial substances, with little nutritional value. They tend to have added chemical flavoring agents, colours, and sweeteners. These ultra-processed foods are sometimes called “cosmetic” foods, as compared with whole foods. Some examples of...

Resolve chicken eggs shortage immediately

Lai Cheng November 8, 2022 0 Comments

The Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) urged the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP) to resolve the supply shortage of chicken eggs immediately. “Most of the grocers and public markets claimed that it has been difficult for them to get the supply since two weeks ago, thus, creating concern on the supply shortage in the future. Chicken eggs are the cheapest source...

Scientists Urge FDA to Ban Cancer-Causing Dye Used in Hundreds of Candies and Foods

Lai Cheng November 8, 2022 0 Comments

"If the data were strong enough to ban Red 3 in cosmetics and external drugs 30 years ago, they’re surely strong enough to ban it today in foods, oral drugs, and dietary supplements." ~ Dr Peter Lurie, CSPI President

DON’T LET THAT BREAD GO TO WASTE

Lai Cheng November 4, 2022 0 Comments

Versatile and tasty, bread is yet the most wasted food in the world. But did you know that it can still make your meals delicious when it's not fresh anymore? Rather than letting good bread go to waste, learn what to do with a loaf in each stage of its freshness. (Source: European Food Information Council)