Bakery Review — February-March 2018

COveR StORY

Health, Hygiene and

Safety Needs for Bakery

A country known for its sugary snacks and bakery products like khari, which are supposed to be high

on fat content, is now keen to make healthy living a priority. Market intelligence firm, Mintel, which

conducted a survey in June 2016, found that healthy living topped the list of consumers’ goals and

aspirations for the next three years.

Healthy food is thus the preferred option for F&B outlets and bakeries in India. The demand for bakery

products is increasing in the country due to widespread urbanisation, and also due to increase in

population of working women and rising awareness about health and wellness in the society.

In this changing scenario where health consciousness and general awareness are rising in the Indian

society, it has become imperative for the bakeries in the country to adhere to strict measures of

introducing not only healthy ingredients in their products but also adopting safety as far as packing

and storing of materials is concerned. Ashok Malkani examines the trend in detail, and explores the

healthy and hygiene initiatives and safety concerns in the Indian bakery industry.

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