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November 7, 2023

Health

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

Health·News·USA

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

Health·USA

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

Health·News·USA

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

Health·News·USA

Costco’s Kirkland Smoked Salmon Recall Raises Listeria Concerns: 8512801270 Lot Pulled Nationwide as Acme Vows Prevention Steps

Acme Smoked Fish Corporation has announced a voluntary recall of specific lots of its Kirkland Signature Smoked Salmon, sold at Costco, due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. This recall affects smoked

Tejal Somvanshi

October 27, 2024

Health·News·USA

McDonald’s E. coli Outbreak Across 10 States Leaves 50 Ill, 1 Dead—CDC’s Investigation Ramps Up

Fast-food giant McDonald’s is confronting a severe multi-state E. coli outbreak that has left nearly 50 people ill and claimed one life. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has

Tejal Somvanshi

October 25, 2024

Health·News·USA

FDA Egg Recall Update: Salmonella Outbreak Grows as Over 345,000 Dozen Eggs Pulled Amid Class I Health Risk

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently upgraded a previous egg recall alert, cautioning consumers about potential severe reactions and even death if the affected products are consumed. This development marks

Tejal Somvanshi

October 8, 2024

Health·News·USA

Lunds & Byerlys Recalls 500 Lone Star Dip Containers: FDA Alerts Mold Risk, Affects Twin Cities Store

To prioritize consumer safety, the upscale Minnesota supermarket chain Lunds & Byerlys has voluntarily recalled approximately 500 containers of its popular Lone Star Dip. The recall, announced by the Food and Drug

Tejal Somvanshi

October 8, 2024

Health·USA

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

News·USA

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 )

India·News

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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