The New Nutrition Facts Label
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has updated the Nutrition Facts label on packaged foods and drinks. FDA is requiring changes to the Nutrition Facts...
Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting
The Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) is a national vaccine safety surveillance program co-monitored by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the...
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?...
How GMOs are Regulated for Food and Plant Safety in the US
Three federal agencies within the U.S. government work together to regulate most GMOs. “GMO” (genetically modified organism) has become the common term consumers and...
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...
Protect Your Family From Fraudulent Flu Products
The fall and winter flu season may bring out dishonest sellers hawking fraudulent products to unsuspecting consumers, who are already concerned about protecting themselves...
Home Canning and Botulism
Home canning is an excellent way to preserve garden produce and share it with family and friends, but it can be risky—or even deadly—if...
Food Safety Tips for the Holidays
Feasting with family is part of many holiday celebrations. Follow these simple tips to help prevent food poisoning, or foodborne illness, during the holidays.
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14 Safety Tips for Slow-Cooker Meals
Warm up this winter with some slow-cooked comfort food! Using a slow cooker or the slow-cook function of your electric pressure cooker is an...
Proper Food Handling and Safety
The food supply in the United States is among the safest in the world. However, when certain disease-causing bacteria or pathogens contaminate food, they...