Health
Frozen Healthy Choice Power Bowls Recalled
Frozen Healthy Choice Power Bowls Recalled This week, while most Americans were working from home and emptying the contents of their freezer, one food brand made a big announcement. 130,000 lbs of Healthy Choice Power Bowls were just recalled for containing foreign objects, namely small rocks. According to the manufacturer, Conagra Brands, the ‘Chicken Feta…
Read MoreConagra Brands Recalls over 700k pounds of Spaghetti and Meatballs
Conagra Brands Recalls over 700k pounds of Spaghetti and Meatballs Conagra Brands, Inc announced they are recalling over 700k pounds of spaghetti and meatballs products due to ‘misbranding and undeclared allergens’. The US Department of Agriculture’s FSIS (Food Safety Inspection Service) determined the products contained milk which is a known food allergen. The products were produced…
Read MoreMedical Errors Now Third Leading Cause of Death in U.S.
Medical Errors Now Third Leading Cause of Death in U.S. A recent study led by a research team at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, shows that ‘medical errors’ are now the third leading cause of death in the U.S., behind cancer and heart disease. For the purpose of the study, ‘medical errors’ was defined…
Read MoreWhat you will never find at your doctors’ home
What you will never find at your doctors’ home There are a lot of dangerous products out there, some of which are in your own home. You hear warnings all the time, but it can be hard to know just how risky products actually are. Emergency room doctors see a lot of product injuries, which…
Read MoreSodas could be contributing to aging
Sodas could be contributing to aging A new study revealed that soft drinks could be playing a large role in the aging process due to the fact they encourage cell death. The study was completed by researchers at the University of California in San Francisco. Researchers found that soda consumption can decrease lifespan by up…
Read MoreCucumbers Recalled for Salmonella Outbreak
Cucumbers Recalled for Salmonella Outbreak Andrew and Williamson Fresh Produce is voluntarily recalling cucumbers labeled under the “limited edition” brand due to a salmonella outbreak. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has reported 285 cases of salmonella that can be traced back to cucumbers in 27 different states. One of the reports includes a…
Read MorePool Safety: Protect yourself from Recreational Water Illness
Pool Safety: Protect Yourself from Recreational Water Illnesses Swimming Pools are a fun activity for all during the warmer months. Although they can be a great alternative if you don’t have a beach nearby, they can also carry bacteria and germs which can cause recreational water illnesses. Recreational Water Illnesses (RWIs) are caused by germs…
Read MoreBPA-Free vs EA-Free: Court Battle Reveals Shift In Opinion
EA-Free vs. BPA-Free There may be a new standard for plastics after a researcher’s discovery regarding its safety. While BPA-free is something that most consumers look for when purchasing plastics, “EA-free” may be an even better option. EA-free means the product is not only free of BPA, or bisphenol A, but also free of other chemicals that mimic…
Read MoreWhat the FDA is doing about unreliable labels
What the FDA is doing about unreliable labels If you have a severe food allergy, you are probably very aware of food labels. When food labels are not reliable, the result can be severe and even deadly. The Food and Drug Administration calls these allergens not listed on labels, “undeclared allergens.” They currently account for…
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