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Protecting families from contaminated food and water
Bacon, the Bad Guy or the Good: The Healthy vs. Unhealthy Debate
Food Safety | August 14, 2018
I love bacon. Let’s start right there. I’ve loved bacon since the first juicy bite. Applewood. Smoked. All of its fatty goodness. In fact, I’ve judged individuals based on their bacon-cooking style. I know, it’s petty, but we all have… read more
Kissing Chickens Leads to Salmonella
Food Safety,Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | August 12, 2018
While we’re certainly tired of facing salmonella outbreaks, that doesn’t change the fact that it’s such a common infection in American. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, salmonella poisoning is responsible for nearly half of the gastrointestinal… read more
Our Pets and Pathogens: Food Safety for Your Pet
Food Safety,Outbreaks & Recalls | August 12, 2018
There’s probably nothing more precious in life than the relationships we share, and this extends to our pets. Yet, our pets are susceptible to the same foodborne pathogens that humans are, and it is perhaps more important to practice food… read more
Chillax – GMO Labels Got Your Back
Food Safety | August 11, 2018
Many people believe that knowing is half the battle. This is true when it comes to most things in life, and apparently, this applies when purchasing foods that feature labels stating that the food contains genetically modified products or GMOs…. read more
What Can You Eat After an Organ Transplant?
Food Safety | August 11, 2018
Having an organ transplant is a monumental event. For the recipient, receiving “the gift of life” inevitably involves making important life changes to optimize health post-transplant. Some of these adjustments involve lifestyle changes, such as avoiding crowded spaces unless wearing… read more
Road Kill for Dinner? The Truth About Wild Game.
Food Safety | August 9, 2018
Road kill for dinner? Well, not exactly. When responsibly hunted and humanely harvested, wild game can help keep ecosystems from becoming over populated and allow the more adventurous types to “live off the land.” Wild game can add a little… read more
Teens Need to Learn the Tricks (Of Food Safety,That Is)
Food Safety | August 6, 2018
Teenagers are a unique breed of individuals with the capacity to almost simultaneously be charming, lazy, loving, innovative, confusing, dynamic, frustrating, and hopelessly naïve. This same naiveté extends to the area of how important it is to treat food right…. read more
How Your Co-Ed Can Protect Themselves from Foodborne Illness
Food Safety | August 3, 2018
For those of you sending away your son or daughter to the great beyond known as college, I can certainly empathize, especially if it’s your first time. I really didn’t give any thought to food safety for my collegiate daughters:… read more
Food Policy,Food Safety | August 2, 2018
After months of public input and deliberation, the USDA has released their proposal for labels on genetically modified foods. The proposed guidelines are open for public comment until July 3rd, and would go into effect in 2020. What is on… read more
School Lunch – The Right Way to Pack It
Food Safety | August 1, 2018
School is upon us again, and with that exciting news comes a whole lot of packed lunches which can become more of a hassle then many parents are prepared for. While packing a lunch for your child’s day is in… read more