Washing food before you eat it may sound like a good idea, but that’s not always true.
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Why Eggs Are Not the Only Danger in Raw Cookie Dough
The taste of raw cookie dough is so popular, it’s become an ice cream flavor. But there’s danger in that deliciousness. It’s a wise food safety practice to hold off sampling your cookies until they are baked.
Are Your Burgers, Steaks and Meats Cooked Safely?
Grilling out? Are you sure your burgers are really cooked safely? Our dietitian weighs in.
9 Places Germs Are Lurking in Your Kitchen
About 9 percent of foodborne illness outbreaks occur in the home, but it’s almost impossible to tell where the bacteria may live with the naked eye. A new study identifies the top kitchen items that are commonly cross-contaminated during the preparation of a meal. Kansas State University researchers analyzed the food prep practices of 123 people. … Read More
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Are Tanning Beds Safe?
Why is tanning so bad for you? Our expert explains the very real dangers.
