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FDA Warning Letter Issued to P&L Sprout Farm Highlights Bean Sprout Risks
Food Safety,Our Blog | September 4, 2024
Bean sprout risks are often overlooked. Stir fried, in salads, or on sandwiches. This crunchy addition to a meal may pose more risk than you realize. A recent U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Warning Letter issued to P&L Sprout… read more
Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | June 3, 2024
The U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is currently investigating a Salmonella outbreak involving the rare Salmonella Africana strain. Today, a recall was announced for certain whole cucumbers due to “possible health risk” – Salmonella. Could these two announcements be… read more
Activated Charcoal for Food Poisoning Likely Ineffective
Our Blog | May 11, 2024
Activated charcoal has been a savior for many years when it comes to poisonings. But how does it hold up for food poisoning? Experts say that activated charcoal for food poisoning is likely ineffective. Chemical poisoning is very different from… read more
Food Recalls Reached Highest Levels in 2023 Since Pandemic. How is 2024 Shaping Up?
Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | May 2, 2024
A report from the nonprofit group, U.S. Public Research Interest Group Education Fund, released this month indicated that food recalls in 2023 reached the highest levels since the COVID-19 pandemic. That year’s data may have seen a boost after a… read more
Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | April 28, 2024
Reports of food poisoning at Chuck E Cheese along with other violations lands the Lexington restaurant on “enhanced regulatory enforcement” and a temporary closure of the facility. It is a type of probation for a food business. More than 15… read more
Could Your “Doggie Bag” Be Doubly Dangerous? Certain Leftovers Have Higher Risk for Food Poisoning.
Bacillus,Food Safety,Our Blog | April 15, 2024
Could your doggie bag lead to food poisoning? Certain leftovers have a higher risk of spreading foodborne bacteria that can make you sick. Eating out is expensive. Probably now, more than ever. We still continue to eat out, albeit at… read more
Does the Five-Second Rule Stand Up to Science? Apparently, it Does!
Our Blog | April 13, 2024
Is the five-second rule real? Germ scientists say it is. On your mark. Get set! Go!!! Your favorite candy falls out of your hand, makes a perfect drop shot onto the counter that would make even Serena Williams proud, and… read more
Brewers Pitcher, Trevor Megill’s Concussion Related to Food Poisoning
Our Blog | April 7, 2024
Brewers pitcher Trevor Megill’s concussion was reportedly related to food poisoning. This head injury landed him on the injured list. Trevor Megill’s Concussion Didn’t Happen on the Field Concussions, while a very serious injury, are a risky part of a… read more
USDA Develops New Egg Pasteurization Technology that Kills 99.999% of Salmonella Bacteria
Food Safety,Our Blog | March 19, 2024
Researchers at the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Research Service have developed a new egg pasteurization technology that can quickly kill 99.999% of Salmonella bacteria in intact shell eggs. Most Eggs Are Not Pasteurized Most eggs are not pasteurized…. read more
Is Soy Sauce a Super Food? Functional Effects Say Yes!
Our Blog | March 17, 2024
Could soy sauce be the next super food? A review of several studies published in Science Direct discusses the health benefits of this functional food. More than just a seasoning, this flavor additive packs a punch. Both to your taste… read more