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Food adulteration is not beneficial for the human body.

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The Above Statement is True.
Food adulteration means adding some contaminating food substances to the food products, collectively called Adulterants. These poor-quality products are added to the food for economic and technical benefits. It reduces the nutrients available in the food, which is not fit for consumption. It can be available in all daily food products like pulses, dairy products, vegetables, oils, fruits, etc. Food adulteration is a common phenomenon in developing countries. The main reasons for adulteration are: For business strategy, to increase the quantity of production and sales, increased food demand for the rapidly growing population, etc.
To avoid these adulterations: Avoid junk foods and dark-coloured foods, clean all the pulses and grains properly and store them, wash fruits and vegetables before eating, check the seals if this is valid or not, and always take the products after checking the FSSAI label.

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