FSSAI asks food vendors, consumers not to use newspapers for food packaging: Check health risks involved
"The ink used in newspapers contains various bioactive materials with known negative health effects, which can contaminate food and lead to health issues when ingested," FSSAI cautioned on Wednesday.
The regulator also stated that printing ink may contain chemicals like lead and heavy metals, that can leach into the food, posing serious health risks over time. (Representative image/ANI)