The scary truth about food poisoning
Roughly 76 million cases of food poisoning and 5,000 related deaths occur in the United States each year. The elderly, the very young, pregnant women, and people with otherwise weakened immune systems tend to be most vulnerable. The Senate is considering legislation that would enact stricter food-safety requirements, but for ... more
Read moreMcDonald’s launches McSpicy range, comprising Mexican, African flavours
McDonald’s has launched the Spice Fest which will run throughout April and May. Popularly known as the McSpicy range, it comprises a combination of Asian, Mexican and African spices. Items on the menu include the Mexican Spice Chicken Burger and its vegetarian variant; Spicy Shake Shake Fries (served with a ... more
Read moreElectric Food Tricks Your Taste Buds
In an experiment conducted at the Computer Human Interaction conference, in Austin, Texas, a group of researches added electricity to different foods and beverages, to see how the added charge might manipulate the food’s flavor. A small wire connected to a 9-volt battery was threaded through a straw, and the ... more
Read morePesticide Residue Rankings: Apples and Celery Worst, Onions and Corn Best
They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away, but the nutritious, fiber-rich fruit has again earned the number one spot in the Environmental Working Group’s annual “Dirty Dozen,” a report that lists the fruits and vegetables most often carrying pesticide residues. On the other end of the spectrum, ... more
Read more6 Failed Food Products You’ll Never Eat Again
Remember all those food products companies have released, attempted, and failed miserably at selling to the mass public? From frozen dinners to psycho soda pops, here are 6 food products that maybe never should have made it to the shelf. Get ready to take a walk down memory lane, with a ... more
Read moreTop 10 iPhone Food Apps
Have you ever visited an unfamiliar city and wondered where you could go for a really good pizza? Perhaps you’ve spent precious minutes debating dining choices with friends as your knees begin to shake from lack of food. Or maybe you just want to cook a meal for yourself, but ... more
Read moreTips for Fresh Produce Safety
Buying Tips Purchase produce that is not bruised or damaged. When selecting fresh-cut produce – such as a half a watermelon or bagged salad greens – choose items that are refrigerated or surrounded by ice. Bag fresh fruits and vegetables separately from meat, poultry and seafood products. Storage Tips Store ... more
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