Pediatrician Critiques Fssai's Decision on High-sugar ORS Disposal | AI News Digest
In an unexpected development, Dr. Sivaranjani Santosh, a pediatrician from Hyderabad, has publicly criticized the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) for permitting the disposal of ORSL, a brand recognized for its high-sugar oral rehydration solutions (ORS). She raised alarms that this move could jeopardize health standards in a nation where diarrheal diseases remain a major cause of child mortality. Dr. Santosh highlighted that the insufficient enforcement of ORS regulations presents a serious threat to children's health, particularly in light of the widespread incidence of dehydration-related illnesses. Her comments come at a crucial juncture, as the demand for safe and effective rehydration solutions is critical in the fight against childhood deaths associated with diarrheal diseases.
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