Most people know about the dangers of animal products. But the United States has had several large outbreaks of illness caused by contaminated fresh fruits and vegetables. In 2018, the federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) investigated an E. coli outbreak of romaine lettuc that sickened more than 40 people in 12 states and sent… Continue reading Why Fresh Produce Can Be Bad for You
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Cutting Back on Food Waste
Americans worry a lot about food – how much they’re eating, whether it’s healthy, how much they’re paying. But there’s another issue as well, one that’s often overlookd: food waste. According to choosemyplate, a program of the U.S. Department of Agrilculture, an incredible 90 billion pounds of food goes uneaten every year. That translates to… Continue reading Cutting Back on Food Waste
Have a Healthy Grilling Season
We’re well on our way to summer – and the great American tradition of barbecuing. But don’t spoil the party with unsafe food-preparation and cooking practices. Here, the experts from www.foodsafety.gov, a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, share what you need to know to avoid food poisoning (also known as foodborne… Continue reading Have a Healthy Grilling Season
Could Your Dental Habits Use A Spring Cleaning?
If you have some questions about what might be best when it comes to keeping your mouth healthy and smiling, you’re not alone. According to the national DentalPlans’ Annual SmileIndex Survey, people have many misconceptions about what is and isn’t healthy for our teeth and gums.Keeping good dental habits is one of the easiest ways… Continue reading Could Your Dental Habits Use A Spring Cleaning?
Older Blood Is Safe for Transfusions
Although blood is perishable, it’s just as good as new blood after three weeks of storage, Canadian researchers say. The finding was published in the New England Journal of Medicine. According to a release from the Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, the large clinical trial provides reassuring evidence about the safety of blood routinely transfused to… Continue reading Older Blood Is Safe for Transfusions