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Think Before You Toss: The Implications of Food Waste

Food Insecurity | September 7, 2018

No one enjoys the prospect of having to throw food away, even though it may seem like a necessity. Aside from the essential action of disposing of food that has been recalled, tossing food into the garbage may make us… read more

Updates on the Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Kellogg’s Honey Smacks Cereal

Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | September 6, 2018

The FDA has updated the progress on its investigation into the Salmonella Mbandaka infections linked to Kellogg’s Honey Smacks cereal, and there are more illnesses than previously thought in this Kellogg’s Honey Smacks Cereal Salmonella outbreak. In conjunction with the… read more

Could the Pursuit of Optimal Hydration Be Putting You at Risk?

Water | September 6, 2018

We all know that we shouldn’t drink water from BPA bottles left out in the heat for fear of chemical leaching and build up of incubating bacterial backwash.  But did you know there may be danger lurking in the glass… read more

Salmonella Kosher Chicken Outbreak

Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | September 6, 2018

An outbreak of salmonella originating from one of the biggest producers of kosher chicken in the United States, Empire Kosher in New York, has left 17 people ill and one dead. Cases were reported in four US states: New York,… read more

Del Monte Cyclospora Outbreak Over

Cyclospora,Outbreaks & Recalls | September 5, 2018

The CDC, FDA, and state officials have declared an official end to the Del Monte Cyclospora Outbreak that caused some 250 documented illnesses in people who had purchased pre-packaged trays of Del Monte Fresh vegetables. As of September 5th, the… read more

A Handwashing Expose

Outbreaks & Recalls | September 5, 2018

Not many people know this, but Monday, October 15, 2018, is Global Handwashing Day.  It is an awareness event which emphasizes the simple practice of using soap and water to ward off life-threatening diseases.  While handwashing is a simple hygienic… read more

What’s in Your Kitchen? A Week in Recalls: Lily Bulbs, Beef and Pork Products, and Dried/Smoked Catfish

Outbreaks & Recalls | September 4, 2018

MakeFoodSafe.com would like to help you keep your family safe from unsafe foods.  Each week we bring together a list of the current recalls.  Some recalls are issued due to undeclared allergens, which could cause serious or life-threatening allergic reaction… read more

The Second Battle of the Bulge: Food Addiction Fast Foods Edition

Food Policy,Food Safety | September 3, 2018

I believe that with few exceptions, most of us would look at the picture above and exclaim “Oh that looks soooooo good”! It’s almost a knee-jerk reaction due to years of conditioned responses delivered by countless and relentless media messages…. read more

This Time, French Fries are Better for You Than a Salad

Cyclospora,Outbreaks & Recalls | September 2, 2018

The illustrious, gleaming golden arches of McDonald’s are under attack. As we have all been basking in the sun and enjoying our favorite guilty pleasures, a viscous outbreak of cyclospora has been raging across the Midwest United States. The home… read more

I’d Like My Milk Lectin Free, Please

Our Blog | September 2, 2018

Lectins.  Are they good?  Are they bad?  Is this the new “gluten-free” fad?  Will you see packages that never contained lectins now proudly announce “lectin-free” in brightly colored, bold font?  Well, they are good and bad, and most likely yes… read more