24
Sep
The question: Who do I call to report a problem in a food I’ve purchased or eaten? The short answer: If you become ill, see a health provider first! Then here’s where to report it: The explanation: First things first:...
02
Sep
Is dumpster diving for food safe? The short answer: No – for many reasons! The explanation: Driven by both the high cost of food and the desire to reduce food waste, dumpster diving behind commercial establishments has become viral on...
02
Aug
I’d like to try a juice cleanse; but will it really remove toxins from my body? The short answer: No – there’s no science behind it. The explanation: The basic fact is that you don’t need to eat or drink...
29
Jun
With all the publicity on cantaloupe, I can’t help but wonder: Is it safe to eat? The short answer: Yes, if … The explanation: Cantaloupes can be particularly susceptible to contamination, but taking a few precautions can mitigate those risks....
28
May
My friends want me to try Whip-Its. Is it safe? The short answer: No! The explanation: Nitrous oxide is often used as a culinary tool for whipping or foaming creams and sauces, infusing oils with flavors, or rapidly pickling vegetables....
30
Apr
I’m consumed with all the new rice trends! Are they safe? The short answer: Yes, if… The explanation: Rice bowls, brothy rice, crispy rice salad, sushi bites … rice in a variety of new and old forms is seeing a...
03
Apr
Is the home-cooking zero-waste trend safe? The short answer: Yes, but… The explanation: Zero-waste cooking – utilizing every part of ingredients to minimize waste – can be great for the environment and easy on the budget, but there are some food...
27
Feb
Can I trust AI on food safety? The short answer: Not safely The explanation: Artificial intelligence (AI) systems, such as ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Overview, gather information from across the Internet to respond to questions. This means their data...
28
Jan
The new Dietary Guidelines say we should eat “real food” – what does that mean? The short answer: It means prioritizing protein, dairy, healthy fats; vegetables and fruits; and whole grains. The explanation: The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA)...
29
Dec
My New Year’s resolution is to keep my family’s food safe! So… what can – and should – I do? The short answer: How about a focus on the Basic 4: Clean, Separate, Cook, Chill The explanation: Although food safety...
