7 STEPS WHILE BUYING FOOD PRODUCTS

                                        

Food is an essential requirement in the lives of human beings. When buying food products certain factors need to be kept in mind so as to be healthy. Especially in monsoon, the attention towards either dry or wet food products should be optimum. Because of more moist and damp weather conditions, lesser sunlight, often rain, all these lead to the deterioration of the quality of the food products. In order to avoid the problem these seven steps will help to be attentive while buying food products.

                            

·       Vegetarians should choose the product with green dot. It indicates that the ingredients in the product are fit to be consumed by them.

·       Check for the date of packing and as well for the best period to use it. Don’t take up, out of date or mismatch date &time products.

·       Have an eye on the storage instructions too. Whether to refrigerate or not, read it properly and make sure to store it according to the instructions. Always go for food grade plastics & freeze safe containers. Avoid direct exposure to sunlight. Few items get diluted or lose their vigour. Keep them in a cool place.

·       Try not to touch the product with wet hands or spoons. Make it a habit to use hand towels before taking out the item. Storage, places a big role in maintaining the longevity of the product.  Place the containers away from windows, sinks &water purifiers.

·       While buying if the seal of the pack is either tarred or broken or the lid is not in a standard position, leave it.  If brought by mistake, ask for an exchange or never consume.

·       Select the products with food safety &standard Authority of India mark (fssai).There are many duplicate & misleading products. Check for the company trade mark symbols &spellings too.

·       Have knowledge about food colours &added preservatives. Choose the ones that match with the regulations of the food authority of India.