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09/20/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

Use spices to reduce risk of food poisoning: Rosemary and cloves found to be effective against microbial growth

Your head is spinning. Your mouth is watery and there’s blood in your stool. You can’t stand the pain in your stomach and you’re shaking from fever. You wonder what happened – until you remember eating the leftover food that’s been sitting on the kitchen table for hours on end. You rush to the doctor […]

08/14/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Did you know that you have E.coli in your body right now? Some strains are actually needed for your survival

In the U.S., most food poisoning cases are caused by E. coli outbreaks. Still, it’s important to know that while some strains of E. coli are indeed harmful to humans, not all types are pathogenic. You even have different strains of E. coli in your intestines, such as a strain of the bacteria that can produce the vitamin K that it also […]

05/16/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Why grilled meats could be the cause of your high blood pressure

It might be time to put your grill back in storage because grilled burger patties could be increasing your blood pressure. However, one study determined that it’s the cooking method (grilling) that’s making your blood pressure rise and not the meat itself, especially if you regularly eat grilled meats. Grilled meat and hypertension The study, which was […]

01/24/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Do you clean your dishwasher? Research reveals deadly bacteria linked to food poisoning and heart infections can build up and contaminate your dishes

A new study shows that dishwashers may not be as clean as you think. There could be bits of food, soap, and grease in it that could build up and potentially be an ideal breeding ground for microorganisms. According to researchers from the University of Ljubljana in Slovenia, deadly bacteria linked to food poisoning and heart infections are […]

06/26/2017 / By Mike Adams

California declares glyphosate weed killer (Roundup) to be a cancer-causing poison; will add to Proposition 65 warning list

In a significant victory for consumer safety — and a devastating blow to Monsanto — California’s Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) has declared that glyphosate weed killer is a known, cancer-causing carcinogen that will be added to the scope of Proposition 65. Glyphosate weed killer, also sold under the Roundup brand name by […]

05/17/2017 / By Earl Garcia

Microwave dinners made with horrifying ingredients: Human hair, meat glue, processed sugars and more

Microwave ready dinners have gained greater traction over the years due in part to the convenience they offer amid the bustling lifestyle of today’s generation. In fact, data from the National Food Survey revealed that reliance on ready-made meals significantly increased since 1970s in the U.K. alone. Another survey from Statista.com showed that the amount […]

05/07/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Toxic tradition: Birthday cakes can contain toxic ingredients

Celebrating your birthday with a cake is a beloved tradition that goes back several centuries. If you can’t bake a cake, then you can simply buy one from your favorite bakery or grocery. Birthday cakes these days come in all shapes, sizes, and colors, leaving you spoiled for choice. Nearly all birthday cakes look good, […]

04/01/2017 / By Gregory Van Dyke

Avoid these leftovers lurking in your fridge, they could make you sick

In the past, experts have warned that eating leftover rice could cause a case of food poisoning. Cooking rice unfortunately doesn’t always destroy all the pathogens residing on it; there is also a higher risk of food poisoning when rice is left at room temperature. Dr. Bejamin Chapman, North Carolina State University’s resident Food Safety […]

01/13/2017 / By Amy Goodrich

Ten horrifying ingredients that prove McDonald’s is not fit for consumption

There’s no doubt that most hard-working Americans like their fast food. Even though they know the bare facts – fast food is high in fat, sodium and sugar and can cause diabetes, heart disease and obesity – they still eat tons of it every year. A 2013 Gallup survey reported that eight in 10 Americans […]

12/21/2016 / By Amy Goodrich

FDA announces recalls for powdered milk products for fear of salmonella contamination

Over the past week, eight food recalls have been issued because the products may contain contaminated milk powder. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reported a series of related recalls in fear of Salmonella contamination. The contaminated milk powder products in question, made by Valley Milk Products, include Valley Milk’s High Heat Nonfat Dry Milk […]

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