E. coli

Yet Another Reason to Add Kale to Your Diet. Study Finds Kale Less Susceptible to E. coli Than Lettuce!

E. coli,Our Blog | April 8, 2024

A recent study out of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign investigated certain plants and conditions that make kale and other leafy greens less susceptible to E. coli than other lettuces. Surprising differences between lettuces and their leafy greens cousins like… read more

When Good Bugs Go Bad. Scientists Discover E. coli Mutation That Makes Them Harmful to Humans.

E. coli,Our Blog | March 29, 2024

Scientists discover E. coli mutation that makes the bacteria harmful to humans. Have you ever wondered why some bacteria are good, such as probiotics? Why some bacteria are bad? We call those pathogens. And others are neutral? Scientists have unlocked… read more

King County Public Health Recently Issued Information on an E. coli Outbreak from PCC Guacamole. At Least Five Cases So Far!

E. coli,Outbreaks & Recalls | March 25, 2024

King County Public Health recently issued a foodborne illness outbreak alert for store-made guacamole from PCC. This E. coli outbreak from PCC guacamole has been linked to 5 cases so far, with one serious enough to require hospitalization. This outbreak… read more

Can Your Dog Give You E. coli?

E. coli,Our Blog | March 24, 2024

Is your favorite pet carrying E. Coli bacteria inside his digestive tract? Can your pet give it to you? Can Your Dog Give You E. coli? The answer could be yes, and even worse, today’s common antibiotics might not be… read more

Cozy Vale Creamery Raw Milk Recall Announced, Potentially Contaminated with E. coli

E. coli,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | March 15, 2024

Select dates of Cozy Vale Creamery raw milk and cream products are being voluntarily recalled due to potential contamination with the harmful bacterium, Escherichia coli (E. coli). Here’s what we know about this Cozy Vale Creamery raw milk recall announcement…. read more

Raw Farm E. coli Outbreak Sickens 10

E. coli,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 20, 2024

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is investigating an Escherichia coli (E. coli) outbreak that has been linked to Raw Farm, LLC. According to an update on February 16, 2024, the product under investigation is Raw Farm brand,… read more

Incubation Period for E. Coli

E. coli | December 14, 2023

Escherichia coli (E. coli) is a bacterium that normally resides in the intestines of humans and animals. While many strains are harmless, certain types of E. coli can cause foodborne illness, leading to a range of symptoms. The incubation period… read more

E coli Recovery Diet: Best Things to Eat While Sick from E. Coli

E. coli | November 16, 2023

Recovering from an E. coli infection requires a careful and strategic approach to your diet. Here’s a guide to the best food options. Electrolyte-Rich Foods Loss of fluids from diarrhea can lead to electrolyte imbalances. Consume electrolyte-rich foods such as… read more

University of Arkansas Ecoli Outbreak

E. coli,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | August 25, 2023

The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) is investigating an outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) infections. Illnesses have been reported among students who attend the University of Arkansas. Here is what we know about this University of Arkansas Ecoli Outbreak: About the… read more

New Strain of E. coli Discovered

E. coli,Our Blog | August 24, 2023

You may have noticed quite a few reports of foodborne illness linked to the Escherichia coli (E. coli) bacteria over the past few years. Recent information indicates that a new strain of E. coli could be responsible for those illnesses…. read more