Sugar Prices Rise As Output Likely To Be 9% Lower Than Last Year
Wholesale prices have risen by Rs 124 per kg during the past month. From Rs 3,805 per kg on April 2, wholesale prices of sugar have risen to Rs 3,929 per kg as on May 2.
May 07, 2023, 21:09 PM IST
No Need To Quit Sugar To Lose Weight, Expert Explains
The health advantages of consuming the recommended quantity of sugar will probably outweigh those of sugar abstinence.
Mar 31, 2023, 13:49 PM IST
6 reasons why sugar-free sweets have become popular
In the last few years, people have begun consuming sugar free sweets rather than the traditional ones. Here are few reasons why sugar free sweets have become popular among masses.
Nov 13, 2022, 16:41 PM IST
Govt allows sugar exports of up to 6 mt for 2022-23
The government said the sugar export policy is an indication of focus on ensuring price stability in the sector in interest of domestic consumers. By restricting the sugar exports, domestic prices will remain under control and no major inflationary trends will arise in domestic market, it added.
Nov 06, 2022, 15:55 PM IST
Sugar export ban extended till October 31, 2023
In May this year, the government had banned sugar exports with effect from June 1 till October 31, 2022 after the prices had surged exponentially.
Oct 31, 2022, 08:30 AM IST
Men and women react differently to reduced physical activity and increased sugar. Here’s how
The results showed that only in men did the sedentary lifestyle and high sugar intake cause decreased insulin-stimulated leg blood flow and a drop in a protein called adropin, which regulates insulin sensitivity and is an important biomarker for cardiovascular disease.
Oct 30, 2022, 16:28 PM IST
Watch: Shark Tank India judges Ghazal Alagh, Vineeta Singh groove to Bollywood song
Shark Tank India judges Ghazal Alagh and Vineeta Singh were seen dancing to a Shilpa Shetty song.
Jun 03, 2022, 16:24 PM IST
After relief on edible oil, sugar price rise to be prevented! Government takes big decision
In a statement, the government said that with a view to maintain domestic availability and price stability of sugar in the country during sugar season 2021-22 (October-September), it has been decided to regulate the sugar exports with effect from June 1.
May 25, 2022, 10:18 AM IST
Using processed food items? This may lead to diabetes, obesity
The researchers analysed 10,500 products that had provided complete nutrition information in the nutrition facts panel.
Dec 02, 2021, 13:02 PM IST
World Diabetes Day: Why Insulin is still so expensive?
World Diabetes Day happens on the 14th November every year all around the world. On this day, WHO has shared a shocking report about insulin and why diabetes patients still struggling to get a dose? Watch this video to know more.
Nov 14, 2021, 12:44 PM IST
Sugar price shoots up in Pakistan, costs more than petrol
Sources say that sugar dealers have increased the price by creating artificial shortage to make illegal profits.
Nov 05, 2021, 14:48 PM IST
Green tea compounds can treat Covid, diabetes, ageing: IISER Bhopal
The review presented that existing drugs used to treat diabetes, obesity and ageing can potentially be used to treat Covid-19.
Oct 11, 2021, 12:51 PM IST
Cutting 200 calories daily, exercising may improve heart health in obese adults
Modifiable lifestyle factors such as a healthy diet and regular physical activity may help offset age-related increases in aortic stiffness.
Aug 03, 2021, 13:27 PM IST
How excess sugar consumption causes fatty liver
A team of researchers from IIT Mandi has identified the underlying biochemical relationship between the consumption of excessive sugar and the development of a ‘fatty liver', medically known as Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD).
Jun 15, 2021, 11:50 AM IST
Modi govt's big push for jute industry! 100% food grains, 20% sugar to be mandatorily packaged in jute bags
This decision will benefit states like West Bengal, Odisha, Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and Andhra Pradesh where Jute is primarily grown.
Oct 29, 2020, 16:35 PM IST
Government approves price revision for procurement of ethanol from December
The price of ethanol from C heavy molasses route be increased from Rs 43.46 per litre to Rs 43.75 per litre.
Sep 04, 2019, 12:47 PM IST
High carbohydrate intake may increase cancer recurrence risk
Consuming high amounts of carbohydrates and sugar prior to treatment for head and neck cancer may increase the patients' risks of cancer recurrence and mortality, a new study reports.
Apr 16, 2018, 10:28 AM IST
Why alcohol, sugar lead to thirst decoded
Scientists have identified a hormone that acts on the brain to stimulate thirst in response to sugar and alcohol, thereby preventing dehydration.
Apr 13, 2018, 12:51 PM IST
Govt doubles import duty on sugar to 100%, hikes chana to 40%
Presently, customs duty on sugar is 50% and that on chana is 30%.
Feb 06, 2018, 22:55 PM IST
