🍴 Food Labels That Matter: Health Policy Needs More Than Symbolism

In a promising move, the Ministry of Health has directed public institutions to begin labeling snacks like samosas and jalebis with sugar, oil, and trans fat content. The aim? To raise awareness about lifestyle diseases and tackle India's rising obesity rates.

📊 Obesity among men has jumped from 15% to 24%, and among women from 12% to 23% in the past decade. This isn’t just a health concern—it’s a national productivity issue.

While the initiative is welcome, experts argue that it remains largely symbolic. Why? Because:

There is still no clearly defined “safe” limit for sugar, fat, or trans fats.

Front-of-the-pack labeling, especially on processed food, is long overdue—despite Supreme Court reminders.

Without legislative backing, these efforts lack enforceability.

Real impact will come when consumers can easily understand what’s healthy or risky, and when companies are legally bound to provide that clarity.

India doesn’t just need healthier snacks—we need stronger nutrition laws and better food literacy.

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