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Company recalls micro dosing candy after FDA records almost two dozen hospitalizations

Company recalls micro dosing candy after FDA records almost two dozen hospitalizations

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Prophet Premium Blends of Santa Ana, CA, is recalling Diamond Shruumz Infused Cones, Chocolate Bars, and Gummies (Micro- and Mega/Extreme-Dose), because the products contain Muscimol, a chemical found in mushrooms. The company had been refusing to take action, but after negotiations with the Food and Drug Administration, it finally recalled the products. Twenty-three people have

Spinach and spinach products recalled after testing finds Listeria monocytogenes contamination

Spinach and spinach products recalled after testing finds Listeria monocytogenes contamination

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Solata Foods LLC of Newburgh, NY, is recalling its “Fresh Spinach” listed below because it may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The brands listed in the recall include Solata, Gaia, Full Circle, Farmer Direct, Uncle Vinny’s, Bogopa and Bulk. The contamination was discovered after sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Market Food

Botulism outbreak in California linked to family events and homemade food

Botulism outbreak in California linked to family events and homemade food

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Public health officials in California are investigating an outbreak of botulism infections related to family events on June 21 and 22 in Clovis, CA. Staff from the California Department of Public Health and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are working together on the investigation. During a news conference, Dr. Rais Vohra, Interim

A raw milk warning

A raw milk warning

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Editor’s Note:  The following commentary is in recognition of National Dairy Month Milk and milk products like yogurt and cheese have many healthy nutrients. However, raw milk, or unpasteurized milk, can contain harmful germs that could lead to foodborne illnesses. Protect yourself from illnesses caused by unpasteurized milk and milk products during National Dairy Month

Monk fruit ingredient no longer a novel food in UK, what about EU?

Monk fruit ingredient no longer a novel food in UK, what about EU?

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Processed food ingredients made from monk fruit have not legally been allowed on the market in the UK due to their ‘novel food’ classification. But in a regulatory U-turn, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) has changed its stance.As of this week, monk fruit decoctions are no longer considered novel, meaning they can be used as

What are the nutritional needs of older people?

What are the nutritional needs of older people?

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Many age groups have unique nutritional needs. Babies​ and children, for example, need the right foods to effectively fuel healthy development.Older people (those over the age of 65) are another age group with specific needs. In order to remain healthy at this crucial time in their lives, they need to ensure that they get the

Smart packaging that fights food waste

Smart packaging that fights food waste

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Food waste is a serious issue across the globe. It contributes to climate change and is costly for food manufacturers, retailers, and consumers.According to the United Nations, around 13% of food produced globally is lost between harvest and retail, and an estimated 17% of food produced globally is wasted in households, food service and retail.“Food loss and waste undermine

All parts of Jerivá fruit show promise as “superfood” ingredients

All parts of Jerivá fruit show promise as “superfood” ingredients

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According to the results, the different parts of the fruit contain levels of nutrients such as phenolic compounds and antioxidants rivalling those of established superfruits, wrote Beatriz C. B. S. Mello, researcher at the Federal University of São Carlos, Buri, Brazil, and colleagues in Antioxidants​.Commenting independently, Inna Yegorova, founder and owner of the nutraceuticals consulting

Beyond sugar, salt, fat: Rethinking ultra-processed foods and reform

Beyond sugar, salt, fat: Rethinking ultra-processed foods and reform

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At the DGAC May 2024 meeting, the committee identified a lack of research on the connection between UPFs and diet-related diseases. They pointed out limited evidence​ regarding a link between increased consumption of these foods by various age groups (children, adolescents, adults and older adults) and higher body fat mass, body mass index (BMI) and obesity risk.However

Yellowfin Tuna recalled in California over high histamine levels

Yellowfin Tuna recalled in California over high histamine levels

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Photo illustration Fresh Catch Inc of Los Angeles, CA is recalling certain Fresh Catch Inc. Yellowfin Tuna because of high histamine levels. According to the details posted online by the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA), the recall was initiated on June 12, 2024, and is ongoing. The recalled product was distributed in California. High levels