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Scientists Develop Nanocage-Based Filter That Removes Harmful PFAS from Water
Our Blog | June 15, 2025
Scientists from the University of Buffalo have developed a type of nanocage-based filter that has successfully removed PFAS from water. What are PFAS? What is a nanocage? Where is Buffalo? Answers to these pressing questions and why this research could… read more
New Study Finds Antimicrobial Resistance Makes Infections 10 Times More Deadly
Our Blog | June 14, 2025
A recent study found a shocking statistic about antimicrobial resistance and mortality rate. Based on accumulated data, scientists find that those suffering from resistant bacteremia have a 10% increased likelihood of death when compared to patients without antimicrobial resistant strains…. read more
How Does Listeria Get into Ice Cream?
Food Safety,Listeria,Our Blog | June 12, 2025
Summer is here. This is my absolute favorite time of the year but for some not so obvious reasons. My favorite ice cream spots open back up. We tend to enjoy loading up into the car as a family after… read more
Food Poisoning Deaths and Hospitalizations Doubled in 2024, Says Food for Thought Report
Food Safety,Our Blog | June 11, 2025
A recent Food for Thought report announced foodborne illnesses in 2024 increased significantly over the previous year. Even scarier, the number of deaths and hospitalizations due to severe illnesses doubled! Doubled! Overall, there were 1,392 people sickened by contaminated food… read more
Wet Markets Offer Fresh Access to Seafood, But Are They Safer?
Our Blog | June 10, 2025
Wet markets are hugely popular in places around the world. When it comes to seafood, its popularity is even growing in the U.S. Keeping your seafood alive until you are ready for it implies that in addition to it being… read more
Food Safety,Our Blog | June 8, 2025
Let’s look at another hot topic today– baking bread at home. Today, we will look at safely baking your own bread at home and what to know before you even begin with the first loaf. I was so fortunate that… read more
Common Foods That Trigger Guillain-Barré Syndrome and How to Avoid This Dangerous Complication
Guillain-Barre Syndrome,Our Blog | June 8, 2025
Guillain-Barré Syndrome is the little-known complication of foodborne illness. What is scarier than food poisoning? Food poisoning that causes paralysis! And I don’t mean botulism. But yes. That is equally as scary. But today we are talking about Guillain-Barré Syndrome… read more
What To Do When Severe Food Poisoning Strikes
Our Blog | June 7, 2025
Severe food poisoning goes beyond the mild inconvenience of minor food poisoning. For many with healthy immune systems and mild or moderate infections, food poisoning may not be serious. Treat the symptoms. Eat bland foods. Stay close to the bathroom…. read more
New Packaging Can Reduce Mercury in Canned Tuna By 35%
Our Blog | June 6, 2025
The amount of mercury in canned tuna is often a deterrent for many people. This low-cost, high protein food is packed with omega-3 fatty acids and many other essential nutrients. Making them a staple in many households. But experts say… read more