Food Safety Department Seizes Rotten and Expired Food in Salem
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- June 27, 2024
Hydrogenated oil is a common ingredient in processed foods because it enhances shelf life and stability. Manufacturers use it in products like margarine, baked goods, snacks, and fried foods. Although hydrogenated oil comes from natural sources such as soybeans and sunflowers, the process that creates it is synthetic. This process turns liquid vegetable oils into
READ MOREMicroplastics—tiny plastic particles measuring between 0.1 and 5000 micrometres—constitute an insidious byproduct of our plastic consumption. Larger plastic items that escape proper disposal degrade into these smaller fragments. Unlike organic materials, plastics do not decompose in the same way, allowing microplastics to persist in the environment. Various sources, including vehicle tyres, food and beverage containers,
READ MORECasein protein is a slow-digesting, milk-derived protein that constitutes about 80% of the protein content in cow’s milk. Known for its distinctive white colour, casein is found in various dairy products, including yoghurt, cheese, and infant formula. It’s a popular choice among athletes, bodybuilders, and those seeking long-term muscle repair due to its unique properties.
READ MOREMycotoxins are toxic compounds that certain moulds and fungi produce, contaminating various foods such as grains, dried beans, dried fruits, and coffee. These toxins pose significant concerns for human health and can also affect livestock through contaminated feed. When individuals ingest mycotoxins—either directly from contaminated food or indirectly through animal products (like milk from cows
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