On the topic of keeping frozen food safe: do you know about the penny test? Summer is the time for storms, from thunderstorms to hurricanes. And that usually means power outages. While most outages are over within an hour or two, some can go on for a long time. And, especially if you are away … Read more
Keep your 250th American birthday celebration safe this July 4th with tips from the USDA. Grilling and eating outdoors pose special challenges for food safety, especially when the weather is hot. Under Secretary for Food Safety Dr. Mindy Brashears said in a statement, “The summer heat increases food safety risks, but simple steps can prevent … Read more
Got well water? Learn how to test it to stay healthy. Most people don’t think about water when they think about food safety. But water can be contaminated just like food can. And if well water supplies your household with its drinking water, you should be extra careful, according to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension … Read more
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is offering Memorial Day weekend food safety reminders to help keep you safe. This weekend is traditionally the start of the picnic and barbecue season, although the holiday itself is solemn. First, remember to always wash your hands before preparing food, before eating, and before packing … Read more
The USDA is offering safety tips for spring holiday meals such as Easter, Passover, and Mother’s Day. Those meals frequently offer ham, brisket, and egg-based dishes. Following food safety practices can help reduce the risk of foodborne illness. First, make sure you understand the danger zone, which is between 40°F and 140°F. Bacteria can double … Read more
Believe it or not it’s that time of year again; these back to school lunch safety tips from the USDA will keep your kids healthy all year long. If your child brings a lunch rather than buying lunch at school, these are things you need to know. Children, especially young children, are more likely to … Read more
Get these Fourth of July food safety tips from the USDA for a happy and safe holiday. This is high season for summer grilling, and there are some things you need to know to keep family and guests healthy. Food safety starts with handling food. If you purchased frozen food, especially meats, for your party, … Read more
The FDA is warning consumers, retailers, and distributors about products from Pan-African Food Distributors doing business as East Africa Boutique because they were held under insanitary conditions and could be contaminated with filth. These items include infant nutritional cereals, baking ingredients, and other food products. The products may or may not have a label with … Read more
Are you serving ham For Easter dinner? Learn these food safety tips from the USDA and have a happy and safe holiday. Did you know that hams can be ready to eat, fresh hams that must be cooked before eating, picnic hams, and country hams? Learn their storage times, cooking methods, and safety tips. It’s … Read more
Learn how to protect yourself in the wake of cuts to FDA, USDA, and CDC. Today we learned that many scientists and food safety experts have lost their jobs at those agencies. What does that mean to you and your family and how can you protect yourself? You have always been the final piece of … Read more