Food Safety
Discover the hidden dangers lurking in your kitchen and learn how to protect yourself from foodborne illnesses with these essential food safety tips.
The Moldy Culprit: Penicillium Expansum and Its Impact on Our Food
KC Fairlight
Penicillium expansum, a mold notorious for spoiling fruits like apples and pears, poses significant health risks and economic challenges due to its production of the harmful mycotoxin patulin.
Jose Emilio Esteban: The USDA's New Sheriff in Town
Vince Vanguard
Jose Emilio Esteban's appointment as the USDA's Under Secretary for Food Safety could lead to significant changes in food safety regulations, impacting farmers, consumers, and the food industry.
The Unseen Threat: Acinetobacter lactucae and Its Impact on Agriculture
Vince Vanguard
Learn about the agricultural threat posed by Acinetobacter lactucae, a resilient bacterium impacting lettuce crops and food security.
Campylobacteriosis: The Sneaky Bacteria Behind Your Stomach Woes
Martin Sparks
Learn about Campylobacteriosis, a leading cause of bacterial gastroenteritis, and how to prevent it through proper food safety practices.
When Fish Fight Back: The Unwanted Surprise of Scombroid Poisoning
KC Fairlight
Scombroid food poisoning might sound like an unusual term, but it's an issue we can unexpectedly encounter after consuming fish. Despite its alarming effects, it often lurks in the shadows of food safety discussions.
Scombroid Food Poisoning: A Fishy Tale You Need to Know
Martin Sparks
Unraveling the mysterious world of scombroid food poisoning, we dive into how improper refrigeration of fish unleashes a cocktail of symptoms, surprisingly involving one of nature’s own compounds: histamine.
Scombroid Food Poisoning: The Fishy Truth Liberals Don't Want You to Know
Vince Vanguard
Learn how to prevent scombroid food poisoning by understanding proper fish handling, personal responsibility, and the importance of sustainable practices.
The Curious Case of Roquefortine C: A Moldy Mystery
KC Fairlight
Unravel the mystery of Roquefortine C in blue cheese, balancing food safety concerns with cultural heritage and scientific insights.
Z-Value: Decoding the Absolute Chill of Precision Temperature Control
KC Fairlight
Explore the science behind Z-value and its impact on food safety, from culinary adventures to smart meal prepping. Uncover how temperature controls are not just geeky but life-saving.
Z-Value Decoded: Unearthing the Temperature Secret That Preserves Our World
Martin Sparks
Dive into the fascinating world of Z-values and discover how this key scientific concept revolutionizes food safety and sterilization practices across industries.
The Z-Value: The Temperature Liberals Don't Want You to Understand
Vince Vanguard
Uncover the critical role of the Z-value in food safety and its broader implications on understanding temperature beyond mainstream narratives.
Verruculogen: The Fungi That Liberals Don't Want You to Know About
Vince Vanguard
Verruculogen, a neurotoxic mycotoxin from Aspergillus mold, poses significant health risks often overlooked in favor of more politically charged issues.
The Vibrant World of Ponceau 6R: A Colorful Journey in Food Science
Martin Sparks
Ponceau 6R, a synthetic red azo dye, plays a crucial role in food science by enhancing product appeal while balancing safety and innovation concerns.
Growing Greatness: Building Trust in Food and Farm Standards
KC Fairlight
The Bureau of Agricultural and Fisheries Product Standards (BAFPS), a key institution under the Philippine Department of Agriculture, ensures that food production quality meets safety standards, blending modern science with practical agriculture norms.
Cultivating Standards: The Unsung Heroes of Agricultural and Fisheries Development
Martin Sparks
The Bureau of Agricultural and Fisheries Product Standards (BAFPS) is revolutionizing the safety and quality of our food supply, ensuring every bite we take is not only delicious but also safe and nutritious.
The Bureau of Agricultural and Fisheries Product Standards: A Bureaucratic Boondoggle
Vince Vanguard
Critique of the Bureau of Agricultural and Fisheries Product Standards in the Philippines, highlighting its bureaucratic inefficiencies and impact on farmers.