A graduate student at Southern Methodist University (SMU), has developed a miniature pH sensor that can detect when food has spoiled in real-time. The 2-millimeter long and 10-millimeter wide flexible pH sensor is designed to be incorporated into food packaging, such as plastic wrapping. Traditional pH meters are too bulky to be included in every
Newly Weds Foods, Inc., of Chicago, IL, is recalling over six million pounds of various products, ranging from batter and breader mixes to seasoning rubs and marinades, because products may contain Salmonella. According to the details posted online by the FDA, the recall was initiated on May 26, 2023, and is ongoing. The 6,465,115 pounds
Cyclospora parasite under extreme magnification. More than 100 people are sick in a new outbreak of infections caused by the microscopic Cyclospora parasite, but federal officials have not yet determined the source. As of July 6, the Food and Drug Administration reported 105 patients had been confirmed in the outbreak. The agency has not reported
An outbreak of infections from the Cyclospora parasite that sickened hundreds in Florida in 2022 is just now being reported by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC report did not say why the agency delayed revealing information about the outbreak, which it attributed to an unnamed brand of packaged salad. In
A government program has found that foodborne illnesses have increased to pre-pandemic levels. In a preliminary report, the Foodborne Diseases Active Surveillance Network (FoodNet) says that enteric infections from food have returned to or exceed levels logged from 2016-2018. FoodNet is made up of public health staff from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and
Ramen Noodle Recipes: You can have a variety of ramen noodle dishes without breaking the bank or your diet. All you need to do is learn how to make them with gluten-free ingredients. These recipes are easy, frugal and delicious. You’ll be back for more — and they’re all healthy! Ramen noodles are an affordable staple food that can help you get through the toughest of times.
Healthy Fast Food Drinks: When the fast food craving hits, it’s common to want something that’s salty, sweet and quick. But in today’s world of nutrition labeling, knowing which fast food options are healthy can be a challenge. Fast food is notoriously packed with fat, sodium and sugar. However, there are some healthier fast food options out there if you know where to look.
Healthy Fast Food Options: Thinking fast food means fatty, calorie-dense, unhealthy food is a common misconception. The truth is most fast food restaurants have added healthier menu options to their standard selections. A recent poll found that 53% of Americans try to avoid fast food because they believe it’s not healthy.
Healthy breakfast For Weight Loss: Losing weight is challenging. Eating a healthy breakfast also poses a significant challenge for many people, as they struggle to find something that’s both filling and nutritious. If you want to lose weight and keep it off, consider adding one of these three healthy breakfast recipes into your diet. Each of these breakfasts packs a serious punch when it comes to helping you shed pounds and stay lean.