Food Safety - Page 2

November 7, 2023

FDA Targets BVO: Proposed Ban on Controversial Food Additive Over Health Risks

In a significant health move, the FDA is looking to put a stop to using brominated vegetable oil, or BVO, in our foods. This comes after some serious science work with the

Palmer Candy Company Recalls White Confectionary Products Because of Possible Health Risk. Photo Source: FDA

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FDA Orders Nationwide Recall of Popular Pretzels and Cookies in 17 States Due to Salmonella Contamination—Is Your Snack on the List?

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has ordered the recall of several confectionery items, including pretzels, cookies, and snack mixes, manufactured by Palmer Candy Company, based in Iowa. This recall is due to possible contamination with salmonella. The FDA classified

August 18, 2024

12 Reser’s Products, Including Mac & Cheese, Recalled Due to Potential Food Safety Risk

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In a move that’s stirring up concern in kitchens across several states, Reser’s Fine Foods has voluntarily recalled multiple products, including its popular macaroni

Illinois Bans Four High-Risk Food Additives: Statewide Enforcement Begins 2027

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Illinois state senators approved legislation on Thursday to ban several food additives that have been found to cause adverse health effects. The Illinois Food

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9 Dead and 7 Million Pounds Recalled in the Largest U.S. Listeria Outbreak Since 2011 Linked to Boar’s Head Meats

Six more people have died as a result of a food poisoning outbreak that led to the recall of more than 7 million pounds of deli meats, according to the Centers for

Tejal Somvanshi

August 30, 2024

Fresh Start Produce Sales Initiates Recall of Whole Cucumbers Because of Possible Health Risk Photo Credit: FDA U.S. Food and Drug Administration

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141 Sickened: Fresh Start Produce Recalls Cucumbers Amid Salmonella Scare—Check If Your State Is Affected?

A Florida company is recalling cucumbers sent to 14 states due to possible Salmonella contamination. Fresh Start Produce Sales Inc. of Delray, Florida, is recalling cucumbers sent from May 17 to 21,

Govind Tekale

June 4, 2024

Gobi Manchurian is a snack often served in street food stalls.( Credit: Olivesil, CC BY-SA 4.0 DEED )

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Karnataka Acts on Food Safety, Bans Artificial Colors in Popular Dishes like Gobi Manchurian and Cotton Candy

The Health and Family Welfare Minister, Dinesh Gundurao, has announced a ban on red cotton candies that use dangerous chemicals that result in artificial colors. Similarly, vigilance will be maintained on the

Govind Tekale

May 24, 2024

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