A staple in many Indian households, jaggery, an unrefined sugar made from sugarcane, has been used for centuries not just as a sweetener but as a therapeutic agent. Rooted in centuries of ...

Recent findings show the presence of harmful chemicals in market-sold jaggery, posing significant health risks such as kidney damage. Adulterants like washing soda and metanil yellow are being used to ...

Jaggery sold in Bengaluru markets has been found adulterated with harmful chemicals like washing soda, chalk powder, and metanil yellow. These substances can cause severe health issues, including ...