Owing to rapid urbanization and modernization, most parents find it ‘safe’ to switch to instant formulas and ready-to-mix baby food.

However, in shocking research conducted by experts, it was revealed that 95 percent of baby foods contain one or more toxic chemicals, which have long term effects on the health of children and the chemical contamination can build up over time.

Besides, there are food additives like flavorings agents, preservatives, food colors, etc. Many of these compounds are carcinogenic as well. 

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How can FSSAI help you choose the right formula?

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a notification for regulating infant nutrition safety standards, especially food for infants with inborn errors in metabolism (IEM). An FSSAI official stated that while foods for infant nutrition must be packed in sealed, clean, and sound containers or flexible packs made from paper, polymer, and metallic film. It includes categories like:-

• Infant milk formula
• Milk cereal-based complementary food
• Premature infant milk substitute
• Lactose-free/Sucrose free milk formula 

The FSSAI emphasized that DHA content should not be less than 0.2% of the total fatty acid. No one is allowed to sell, store, exhibit infant milk food, milk-based cereal, and other products in this category without the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification mark.

The good news is that India can manufacture these items with the above specifications in mind.

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