Question

Your grandmother has purchased 1litre vegetable oil from a local vendor. Name any one adulterant which may be present in it. Also write its harmful effect on human body. Describe the two rules which she should follow while buying any food product from the market. 

Answer 1

 Common adulterants in vegetable oils:- 

1. Mineral oil 

2. Argemone oil Anyone 

Health Hazards 

1. Gastro intestinal disturbance 

2. Interfere with absorption of fat soluble vitamin 

3. Affects vital organs 

Two rules to be followed:- 

1. Buy from reputed shops 

2. Read the label carefully 

3. Buy only packed and properly sealed food 

4. Check standard marks