How to SAFELY Compost in Your Kitchen
(HealthyExaminer.com) - Kitchen composting is a great way to turn food scraps into nutrient-rich, naturally-fertilized soil for your houseplants, patio garden, or lawn. Not...
5 Tips for Using Your Microwave Oven Safely
Did you know the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulates microwave ovens? Microwave oven manufacturers must certify their products meet safety performance standards created...
Turkey Basics: Safe Thawing
"The Big Thaw"
Turkeys must be kept at a safe temperature during "the big thaw." While frozen, a turkey is safe indefinitely. However, as soon...
Safety Tips for Holiday or Party Buffets
A popular way to celebrate holidays or any party occasion is to invite friends and family to a buffet. However, this type of food...
10 Interesting Tips to Keep Your Leftovers Safe
Your Guide to Holiday Leftovers: 10 Tips for Safe Saving
Did your Thanksgiving feast leave you with Thanksgiving leftovers? It's a common occurrence for families...
US Gov Launches Heat.gov to Help Communities Battle Heatwaves
Today, the Biden Administration through the interagency National Integrated Heat Health Information System (NIHHIS) launched Heat.gov, a new website to provide the public and decision-makers with clear,...
Love Your Local Farmer’s Market? How to Shop Safely This Season
(HealthyExaminer.com) - The local farmer’s market can be a wonderful place to find fresh produce and baked goods while supporting the local economy and...
Raw Dough’s a Raw Deal and Could Make You Sick
Do you find it hard to resist gobbling up a piece of raw dough when making cookies, or letting your children scrape the bowl?...
Handwashing for Food Safety
Inadequate handwashing has been identified as a contributing factor to foodborne illness, especially when preparing raw meat and poultry. Hands can move germs that...
8 Tips to Freeze Food Safely
(HealthyExaminer.com) - Food safety is more than just preparing meals at the right temperatures. It’s equally important to avoid food spoiling in the freezer,...
