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What Is Active Packaging?
Packaging to improve sensory or safety properties, or to extend shelf-life, which changes the condition of packaged food, constitutes “active” packing, according to Informa World, a professional...
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Melamine Poisoning Symptom
Melamine is a chemical used in adhesives, whiteboards, counter tops, plastics and dishware. It has also sometimes been found in contaminated food, such as powdered infant formula, frozen yogurt and pet...
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New Jersey Health Regulations for Vending Carts
The state of New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services defines a retail food establishment as any operation that vends or otherwise provides food for human consumption. This definition...
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Personal Hygiene & the Kitchen
Cross-contamination, in which germs from raw food are transferred to other food and kitchen surfaces, is a primary cause of food poisoning. People and animals also can bring germs into the kitchen....
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What Are the Side Effects of Melamine in Milk?
In 2008, factories in China were found to be adding melamine to pet food and milk products to mask protein deficiencies. Melamine can have a devastating effect on the kidneys, especially in smaller...
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Microbiological Testing Standards for Food
Microbiology is the study of extremely small organisms, including bacteria and viruses. Commonly referred to as microbes, these microscopic creatures are found in almost every single environment on...
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Food Fraud & Food Contamination
When you go to the market, you typically make your selections based on the label. You expect the ingredient list to be comprehensive and accurate. But perhaps you are putting too much stock in the...
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Bacteria Growth in Water Bottles
Plastic water bottles can harbor many different kinds of bacteria. Although reused bottles are at the highest risk, even bottles that are unopened can harbor potentially harmful bacteria. Knowledge,...
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Mold & Liver Problems
Molds can produce serious illnesses, some of which target the liver. While molds play a helpful role in nature by breaking down dead biological matter, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)...
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How to Use Disposable Gloves
The use of disposable gloves is growing in popularity in the food processing industry, according to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. Food services company Sysco mentions the need for...
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Food Hygiene Training Requirements
Food managers, caterers and other food handlers must receive food hygiene training. This instruction teaches how to safely handle, cook and store food, and how to have a clean food establishment. Germs...
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FDA Regulations of Genetically Engineered Foods
The US Food and Drug Administration, or FDA, is one of three governing bodies that regulate genetically engineered foods, also known as genetically modified (GM) foods. The current regulations are...
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Life Cycle of a Trichinella
Trichinella is a species of worm that infects certain kinds of carnivorous animals including humans. Trichinella often infects domestic pigs as well. An infestation of trichinella is known as...
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USDA Inspection Requirements
Abraham Lincoln launched the United States Department of Agriculture in 1862 to spread education, ideas and technology to farming communities throughout the country. Lincoln wanted rural America to...
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The Importance of Water Purification
Most modern cities have advanced water filtration and purification systems that provide clean, safe water to their residents; however, even if the water coming into your house or apartment is perfectly...
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What Are the Dangers of Tin Cans?
Many people are aware that tin cans can be sharp once opened, and they take prodigious care not to cut themselves. However, this is generally the only danger that comes to mind when people think of tin...
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Ethylene vs. Propylene Glycol
Ethylene and propylene glycol are two forms of antifreeze additives. They are commonly found in car and truck coolant systems. Ethylene glycol has a high level of acute toxicity when taken orally....
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Aspartame Poisoning Recovery
Aspartame is an artificial sweetener widely used as a sugar substitute and is sold under trade names such as NutraSweet, Equal, Canderel and AminoSweet. There is a lot of controversy surrounding the...
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Removal of Potassium From Water
Potassium could be in your drinking water. This may seem like a harmless substance, but if you ingest different types of potassium compounds, it could be hazardous to your health. The health effects of...
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Why Eat Organic Chicken?
When it comes to food and escalating food costs, the idea of going organic sounds nice but isn't quite feasible for everyone. While companies may paint a pretty picture through a great marketing...
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