Indigenous technologies to check food adulteration: A native approach

Food adulteration poses significant health risks globally. This study explores and documents indigenous technologies employed by native communities to detect and mitigate food adulteration. By examining traditional knowledge systems, this research aims to highlight the efficacy and sustainability of native approaches in ensuring food safety. This study examines the traditional knowledge of indigenous communities regarding food adulteration detection. Employing ethnographic research and participatory observation, the research documents and analyses native techniques for identifying adulterants in commonly consumed foods. The study aims to validate the effectiveness of these indigenous technologies through a scientific lens and explores their potential for integration into modern food safety practices, thereby promoting culturally sensitive and sustainable food security.