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Why the Food Cold Chain Matters: Keeping Food Fresh and Safe 0

May 14, 2025

When you pick up fresh produce, milk, or a frozen pizza from the store, have you ever wondered how it stays fresh and safe? The answer lies in the food cold chain. This system ensures that perishable food stays safe, fresh, and high-quality by keeping it at the right temperature from farm to table. The

Raw but Risky: Harmful Bacteria Lurking in Your Fresh Foods 0

Raw foods, such as fresh salads, smoothies, and fruits, are packed with nutrients, fiber, and antioxidants. They are a healthy part of many diets and offer numerous health benefits. However, while raw foods can be highly nutritious, they also carry certain risks if not handled and prepared correctly. Harmful bacteria that cause foodborne illnesses can

Thawing with Care: The Key to Safe and Healthy Meals 0

Frozen foods like meat, vegetables, seafood, and ready-to-cook items are common in both home kitchens and commercial food businesses. Freezing helps extend shelf life and reduce food waste, making it a reliable method for preserving food. But when it’s time to cook, the next important step is thawing—also called defrosting. Thawing may seem simple, but

Tamil Nadu Bans Raw-Egg Mayonnaise to Prevent Salmonella Risk 0
- Event, Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- April 25, 2025
Report Tamil Nadu has banned the manufacture, storage, and sale of Raw-Egg Mayonnaise, effective April 8, 2025, for one year. Authorities took this step to protect public health, as mayonnaise prepared with raw eggs is considered a high-risk food that can lead to food poisoning from harmful bacteria such as Salmonella typhimurium, Salmonella enteritidis, Escherichia coli,
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Contaminated Leafy Greens: A Rising Food Safety Issue in India 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
- April 19, 2025
Leafy greens like spinach, lettuce, coriander, and fenugreek are widely considered healthy foods. They’re rich in essential nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, and fibre, making them an excellent addition to any diet. However, despite their health benefits, leafy greens are among the most contaminated foods, especially in India. The combination of poor farming practices, polluted
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Zoonotic Diseases: A Critical Concern in Food Safety 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
- April 2, 2025
Zoonotic diseases are illnesses that can be transmitted from animals to humans, posing a significant food safety risk. These diseases spread through direct contact with infected animals or by consuming contaminated food products. With the increase in global trade, livestock production, and complex food supply chains, the risk of zoonotic disease transmission is growing. As
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