Energy, sports drinks under food authority scanner

Written on February 3, 2010 – 6:30 am | by admin |

Developed nations have protocol on such drinks, but no cap as yet. The government plans to put a cap on the caffeine level in energy and sports drinks — a move that may impact the food and beverage majors that promote such drinks.

FSSAI to set regulations for energy/sports drinks

Written on February 3, 2010 – 6:27 am | by admin |

Much to the relief of implementing agencies like the FDA ( Food and Drug Administration) Maharashtra, the FSSAI (The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) has proposed to define the limits on the caffeine content in energy drinks, which is linked to several health ailments and addiction among the youth.