FSSAI is considering to make it mandatory to fortify edible oil with vitamins A and D so that people of India can enjoy better immunity with good health.
What is Oil fortification?
Oil fortification, i.e. the process of adding micronutrients to edible oil to increase its nutritional value, is expected to achieve almost 99% penetration of the Indian population due to the widespread use of cooking oil.
All kinds of edible oils (soybean, palmolein, groundnut, cotton seed, mustard, etc.) can be fortified.
Health benefits
Vitamin A
Good for healthy vision, bones, skin and tissues
Fights cell damage
Works as antioxidant
Helps skin growth and repair
Formation and maintenance of teeth
Vitamin D
Regulates the amount of phosphate and calcium in the body
Keeps bones, teeth and muscles healthy
Facilitates normal immune system function
Regulates mood and prevents depression
About FSSAI
Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)is an autonomous body established under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India.
The FSSAI has been established under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, which is a consolidating statute related to food safety and regulation in India.
FSSAI is responsible for protecting and promoting public health through the regulation and supervision of food safety.
