#food-safety

#food-safety

Broccoli sprouts are currently popular for their sulforaphane content, which is thought to provide health benefits. However, their growing conditions can also invite harmful bacteria, like E. coli and salmonella.

Kellogg Co. will remove artificial dyes from cereals by the end of 2027, following pressure from government and consumers to eliminate synthetic colorings.

The deterioration took its toll. The morale of the whole store was basically terrible. When he started, people rarely talked about leaving.

Vintage dishware may look appealing, but many items may contain toxic materials that are not food safe. Display items are safer than using them for food.

An opened jar of jam that's stored in the fridge is usually safe to eat for about six months, but its quality deteriorates over time.

Recent inspections at Boar's Head plants revealed sanitation issues similar to those linked to the 2022 listeria outbreak that caused 10 deaths and numerous illnesses.

Chipotle's food safety crisis in 2015 demonstrated that the commitment to quality can create vulnerabilities in maintaining high-integrity supply chains at scale.

To begin, fill a large, microwave-safe bowl or plate with enough flour to complete your preferred edible cookie dough recipe. Then, place the prepared bowl or plate of flour in the microwave and nuke it in short bursts, about 30 seconds at a time.

Multiple bars of Dubai-style chocolate have been recalled as consumers are warned of undisclosed nuts in the products, according to the Food Standards Agency.

Many people tend to look back fondly at the 1970s as simpler times. This may be true, but the reality is that it was also a far more dangerous era.

The affected products include McCormack Family Farms' "Energise Super Mix", "Irish Spinach Leaves", "Mixed Leaves" and "Baby Leaves", and Tesco's "Mild Spinach".

During a routine inspection, Adypizza Criolla Cubana was found with significant health violations including seven total, two of which were High Priority, with numerous roaches found in critical areas.

Pork burgers present an economical alternative to ground beef, offering versatility in flavor and preparation, allowing for creative use of spices and seasonings.

I stirred up too much s***! Berkowitz told 7 On Your Side, adding he was appalled at the quality of food the hospital was serving. The facility wasn't even following basic health standards. They didn't care!

Food safety is crucial when waiting to pick up take-out orders, with many items, such as rice and cooked meat, needing refrigeration within two hours.

In the past, Texas Roadhouse restaurants featured peanut shells covering the floor, inviting guests to toss shells while waiting for their meals. Nowadays, this tradition has changed. Patrons can still request peanuts, but they come in packets instead of being served loose. This change is largely due to safety concerns, as several lawsuits arose from patrons slipping on shells, alongside health considerations such as germ spreading and peanut allergies.

"Hawaii Island is really the epicenter of the disease for the entire country," Kay Howe told SFGATE. In late 2008, her son contracted the disease while living in the Puna District of Hawaii Island at the age of 23. He went into a coma and was in the hospital for months; it changed his life forever.

Washing fruit is essential as it removes chemicals like pesticides and harmful bacteria, preventing symptoms such as nausea, diarrhea, and in severe cases, cancer.

In May, Asafo Takeaway in Croydon was shut down due to a severe cockroach infestation and unsanitary conditions, including a strong urine smell.

Rice is particularly susceptible to being colonized by a foodborne bacteria called Bacillus cereus. If you leave cooked rice sitting at room temperature for too long, the bacteria can multiply and produce toxins that can't be destroyed by reheating.

USDA-graded eggs undergo a washing and sanitation process before they are packaged, and some are even pasteurized to prevent the risk of bacteria that can cause food borne illnesses, like salmonella.

The Food and Drug Administration has issued several mushroom-related recall notices after testing revealed Listeria monocytogenes, which poses serious health risks, particularly to vulnerable groups.