FDA Finalizes Rule to Guarantee Food Safety During Transport
The United States Food and Drug Administration newly released a rule which ensures the prevention of food contamination during transportation.
FDA Warns Manufacturers for 'Significant Deviations' on Food Safety Rules
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued warning letters to a diverse group of food manufacturers for reported violations of and diversions from the existing food safety rules. As many as seven food manufacturers have received such letters from the federal regulatory body.
EFSA Commissions Study to Identify Priority Food Safety Issues
A study commissioned by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has classified as many as 28 subjects relating to food safety with a view to improve harmonization in food research throughout the continent.
Listeria Update 2016: Contaminated Frozen Broccoli Cuts Lead to Product Recalls
Alimentos Congelados, S.A suggests consumers to throw away the items already purchased
What Americans Think of Their Tap Water Cleanlines
Gallup conducted an annual survey, calling respondents via telephone and taking answers from 1,019 adults aged 18 and above who have been living in the United States.
Inorganic Arsenic Found on Rice Cereal; FDA Demands Explanation
Unnaturally high levels of arsenic have been found on infant rice cereal, which may endanger babies and toddlers.
Cashews Recalled Due to Pieces of Glass
Snyder's-Lance, Inc. recalls some of its Emerald 100 Calories Pack Roasted & Salted Cashew Halves & Pieces due to small pieces of glass.
Food Poisoning Could Lead to Suicidal Tendencies
Scientists finally confirmed that T. gondii could cause behavioral changes such as self-directed aggression and other psychiatric disorders including suicidal tendencies.
Arizona Governor Signs Bill Exempting Potlucks from Food Safety Rules
Arizona Governor Dough Ducey has signed a bill that exempts potlucks and school veggies from food safety rules, making eating dangerously highly possible in the state by the end of July this year. This bill makes non-commercial potluck social events legal, provided they are outside workplace.
Salmonella Infection Reaches CDC Lab
The CDC enhances its safety program in many ways including a prevention infographic that advises all of their workers to 'Leave the experiment inside the lab' in order to stay healthy outside the lab. However, the latest incident that occurs inside the center's laboratory may require CDC to consider its safety program once again
FDA Faces Lawsuit Over Approval of Genetically Engineered Salmon
FDA is now facing a lawsuit due to its approval of Aquabounty's genetically engineered salmon. The plaintiffs, composed of various fishing and environmental groups, question the FDA's decision highlighting the possible dangers the GE fish could pose to wild salmon population.
Which is Safer: Rare or Medium Rare?
We thought tipping was the most questioned issue in restaurants, until we found medium-rare meat. Based on the USDA and culinary professionals, here's a guideline to cooking your steak!
Most Food Cans Sold in the US, Canada Still Contain BPA
Environmental Defence, a Canadian-based group, says 18 out of 21 cans still contain the chemical BPA.
Study Associates Food Poisoning to Augmented Suicidal Behavior
For long scientists have been working to find out the reasons that prompt an individual to end his/ her life. Now, findings of a recent study reveal that food poisoning is one of the causes behind increased suicidal behaviors. The study has established a correlation between food-borne parasites and mental or emotional problems endured by some people.
Europol Seizes 10,000 Tons of Illicit Food and Drink
Counterfeit goods that include monkey meat, dead insects and sugar laced with fertilizer are among the illicit food and drink items seized by Interpol, Europol and multinational enforcement agencies. It is said to be the biggest global crackdown to date with more than 10,000 of these potentially dangerous goods confiscated.
What to Consider When Camping through Wine Countries?
It's absolutely and insanely expensive, so never mind. You would probably think like this when somebody invited you to spend a weekend in a wine region. Perhaps you presume that wines are expensive, so as its origin, right? That makes sense. But you, my friend, should know that there is a way to enjoy and explore the valley on a dime.
Everything You Need to Know About Cardamom Pods
Cardamom is a spice made from the seed pods of a tropical plant related to ginger and is one of the world's most expensive spices. It is local to India and Sri Lanka but is now also harvested in Cambodia, Guatemala, Indonesia, Mexico, and Vietnam.
Coming Back From Injury - When and How?
Knee injuries - They're a hazard of any sport that involves significant lateral stresses and football has plenty of those. Whether you're changing direction at speed, taking hits or delivering them, then there's a good chance you're going to tweak something (and let's hope that it's just been a tweak!).
5 Edible Flowers with Surprising Health Benefits
Flowers are typically used for ornamental purposes. We cherish their beautiful blossoms or hypnotic scents. But many flowers are also edible and offer surprising health benefits.
How Can You Reduce Your Exposure to Toxins?
There are so many ways we can experience exposure to harmful poisons, and in many cases, we may not realize it's happening. From household cleaners and similar products to children's toys, there are often toxins and poisonous products and ingredients lurking in even the most unsuspecting of places.
Top 4 Reasons Why More and More Athletes are Turning Vegan
All pro level athletes know about the dedication needed to not just accomplish their goals, but to achieve even bigger targets in their lives. It's also a commonly known fact that fitness and exercise alone cannot get them there. Putting the right food into their bodies is equally important.
