Is It Safe To Eat Sushi?
You’ll rarely meet someone who only “kind of” likes sushi. If you’re a sushi fan, you really love it. Maybe you’re the rainbow roll type, meaning you get to sample …
Food safety
Cause of UK-wide E.coli outbreak believed to be ‘lettuce leaves’, FSA says
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) says it is “confident” an E.coli outbreak that has affected more than 200 people in the UK came from lettuce leaves. An investigation is currently …
Search for mystery ‘nationally distributed food item’ that spread E.coli to 113 people
Authorities are on the hunt for a mystery “nationally distributed” food item they believe has triggered an outbreak of E.coli across the UK. So far the surge in cases has …
Doctor’s warning about truth of expiration dates before you chuck it out
Before you decide to discard everything in your fridge, it’s crucial to understand what the food safety labels on the back of the products actually signify – so you don’t …
Are Artificial Food Dyes Safe?
How worried should you be about your Flamin’ Hot Cheetos? A lawmaker in California recently unveiled a proposal to ban foods from schools if they contain artificial dyes, including Blue …
Food Poisoning Alert: The 1 Sign You Must Not Ignore
If you’ve ever had food poisoning, you probably know the symptoms are far from pleasant. Most of us look back on these bouts as a day-ruining experience that we desperately …
Is It Safe To Eat Lettuce That’s Turned Pink Or Slimy?
Vowing to eat healthier is a common way to kick off a new year. You might start by researching salad recipes and stocking up on lettuce and other greens. But …
How long are leftovers good for? Your guide to safe holiday nibbling – National
As much as big, hearty meals are part of the holidays for many, so are leftovers. One specialist is advising Canadians to take precautions to ensure food poisoning doesn’t spoil …
The Dangers Of Not Rinsing Your Cutting Board After Prepping Produce
When preparing raw meat, I’m careful; I wash my hands, use separate utensils and immediately put my cutting board in the dishwasher to prevent cross-contamination. But the same can’t be …
More food regulations not needed in light of Calgary E. coli outbreak: law professors
Kate Maxwell wants to know why, despite multiple inspections of a kitchen thought to be the source of the Calgary daycare E. coli outbreak, it was allowed to continue operating. …