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Protecting families from contaminated food and water
Why You Shouldn’t Eat Cake Batter
July 16, 2024
Growing up I loved baking with my Mom and my Grandmas. It was just something that brought happiness to our family. I continue that with my kids now but as we know more food safety rules than we did in… read more
Food Safety in Extreme Temperatures
July 15, 2024
Temperatures are soaring across the United States with many places breaking records almost daily. It has been some of the hottest days I can remember with little breaks in the temperatures including even at night when often we get some… read more
July 10, 2024
Who doesn’t love a good peanut butter cup? I find that so many people say that is their favorite candy. Whether homemade or store bought there is just something about this combination that makes so many mouths water. A professor… read more
The Human Factor: Foodborne Illness Causes Uncovered
July 8, 2024
The cost of foodborne illness in the United States each year is staggering. What is the driving cause? Humans. While some foodborne illnesses are connected to product contamination or supply chain issues, many outbreaks come down to sick humans spreading… read more
July 7, 2024
Raw oysters are a cult classic. Either you love them or hate them. Those that love them have strong feelings. Those that hate them have equally strong feelings. But are they safe to eat? According to the U.S. Food and… read more
Cucumber Outbreak Source Uncovered. Untreated Canal Water to Blame!
July 5, 2024
Federal health officials finally have the cucumber outbreak source uncovered. Turns out, untreated canal water was to blame for the hundreds of illnesses and significant hospitalizations surrounding these fresh summer veggies. The Outbreak Since early June, Salmonella illnesses have been… read more
The Most Dangerous Things You Can Do With Food at a Cook Out
July 2, 2024
With July 4th rapidly approaching everyone is already in huge debate about how they want to celebrate. My personal favorite way to celebrate this important American holiday is with a cook out. Read today to find out the most… read more
Food Poisoning While Traveling
June 14, 2024
There is absolutely nothing worse in this world than being sick while away from home especially when you are dealing with food poisoning while traveling. Today, we are going to dive into how to avoid it but also what to… read more
Smartphones in the Kitchen May be a Recipe for Disaster
June 9, 2024
Our phones are our constant companions. We take them everywhere we go. But could smartphones in the kitchen make us sick? Researchers believe so. In fact, it is one of the most overlooked spreaders of bacteria and viruses. A study… read more
Can You Thaw and Refreeze Meat Safely? The Cold Truth.
June 7, 2024
Keeping temperature sensitive foods like meat, eggs, and dairy are a huge part of food safety. Keeping hot things hot and cold things cold is a no-brainer. But what about freezing and thawing? Can you thaw and refreeze meat safely?… read more