A New Salmonella Detection Method
With the growing number of Salmonella related outbreaks nationwide, this new technique of detecting Salmonella bacteria, based on molecular technology, could not have come at a better time. Engineered by [...]
Noroviruses
Noroviruses are a strain of highly contagious pathogens that are believed to be the main cause of gastroenteritis in America. Affecting nearly 21 million people annually, the virus has numerous [...]
Keeping the Cut Leafy Greens Healthy
Although leafy green vegetables get a number of stars in nutritional ratings, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention regards them as one of the riskiest foods on the market. They are [...]
Salmonella Poisoning
With the recent number of foods that have been recalled for suspicion of being tainted by salmonella bacteria, one should take extra precaution while buying groceries as well as gather [...]
Bacteria Love Parties Too!
Planning parties for friends and with friends is always fun, especially when it comes to choosing the food, the venue and even the type of music to be played. It [...]
Horse Meat…No, Thank You!
Some things in life can be utterly disappointing. Take, for instance, after slaving away in the kitchen for a whole afternoon, ensuring that everything is cooked just as the recipe [...]
The Dangers of Contamination
Contamination, a topic that has been discussed exhaustively, has led the government to try its best to curb the addition of substances to drugs, fuel, and food. However, there are [...]
The Role of Food Safety in Preventing Food Borne Illnesses
Food borne illnesses are those illnesses that occur from the consumption of food that is contaminated with bacteria, viruses, parasites, and natural toxins. Such contaminants present in food have been [...]