Although microwaves have been a staple in American kitchens for over 40 years, it’s important to use them properly, especially when reheating leftovers. Here are 11 foods you should really avoid reheating in the microwave!
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Most foods have an expiration date and when the date approaches you might be wondering if it’s still safe to eat even when frozen. We’ll answer that and more in this article!
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As a type of a food poisoning, its affects are felt most in the digestive system. It’s highly contagious and most often spread through food or contaminated water. Here’s more information on what Shigella is, the symptoms, causes, and treatment options…
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Freezing food is an amazing tool for food preservation, but how exactly does it work? We answer this question, as well as some tips on how to extend the shelf life of frozen food, what foods to freeze (and not freeze), and most importantly, if can we eat frozen food past its expiration date?
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Florida’s outbreak of listeria has so far led to at least one death, 22 hospitalizations and an ice cream recall since January. Humans get sick with listeria infections, or listeriosis, from eating soil-contaminated food, undercooked meat or dairy products that are raw, or unpasteurized. Listeria can cause convulsions, coma, miscarriage and birth defects. And it’s […]
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Extreme heat, poor air quality, and disease-carrying insects are just a few of the things we need to worry about when it comes to climate change. All of these pose some kind of threat or harm to human health.
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