Food adulteration

Food adulteration refers to the process of adding non-permitted substances or impurities to food items to increase their weight, volume, or shelf life, often at the expense of quality and safety. These harmful or illegal additions can include chemicals, dyes, or cheaper ingredients that degrade nutritional value and pose health risks to consumers. Adulteration compromises food safety, making it essential for consumers and authorities to remain vigilant and enforce regulations to prevent such practices. Recognizing adulterated food involves careful observation and testing to ensure products are safe and genuine.