5 Different Colour Spots On Edible Products: What Does The Black Spot Mean? – News18
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In India, food items display color codes for consumer awareness: red for non-vegetarian, green for vegetarian, blue for medical use, yellow for eggs, and black for high chemical content
Be cautious when buying food items and always check these markings beforehand. (AI-Generated)
People in India cherish their food and beverages. Here, you will find individuals with diverse taste preferences. Some are strict vegetarians, while others consume meat. Certain people avoid meat but do eat eggs. Nowadays, many people have also turned vegan.
You might have noticed that edible items often display a red or green mark. Regarding consumer awareness, many people still only recognise the red and green marks on food packets. These markings indicate whether a product is vegetarian or non-vegetarian. However, there are additional colour codes beyond red and green, such as blue, yellow, and black, carrying significant information about the food item.
Understanding Food Labels: Interpretation Of Different Colour Codes
- Red Mark: Denotes non-vegetarian contents
- Green Mark: Signifies suitability for vegetarians
- Blue Mark: Indicates that the product is related to medical use
- Yellow Mark: Signifies the inclusion of eggs
- Black Mark: Suggests the presence of numerous chemicals
Be cautious when buying food items and always check these markings beforehand. If a product has a black mark, avoid purchasing it, as it indicates the presence of many chemicals, which could be harmful to health.
