Gunjan Taneja Sounds the Alarm: Alabaster Found in Flour, Consumers Beware

In a recent video, health expert Gunjan Taneja highlights a disturbing fact that your chapatis may contain harmful substances like stones. Recently, the Food Safety and Drug Administration raided Panchvati Aata in Uttar Pradesh and found that workers were mixing alabaster, a type of sedimentary rock used for making plaster. This creates a serious issue with food security in India.

Alabaster Found in Flour

Alabaster is not meant to be consumed; it is used for decorative purposes. Eating flour combined with alabaster can lead to major health concerns, such as digestive problems and chronic illnesses. This is part of a bigger trend since several famous Indian spices have been banned in other countries owing to similar adulteration concerns. Food adulteration seems to be a common concern in India, and we must be attentive.

Here are some basic methods for protecting yourself and your family:

1. Buy from reliable sources: Always select trustworthy sellers, whether at the market or in a store.

2. Be wary of offers that appear too good to be true: If a price is exceptionally cheap, it might imply poor quality or adulteration.

3. Test your food at home: Simple tests can help you determine the quality of milk, spices, and oils.

4. Select organic or locally sourced food: Whenever possible, choose items that are less likely to be contaminated.

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It is important to be mindful of the foods we choose. By taking these precautions, we can help ensure that what we eat is safe and healthy for our bodies. We protect our health by making good decisions about our food.