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Science Dec 23

The food science behind what makes leftovers tasty (or not)

By Bella Isaacs-Thomas

Health Dec 06

Signage is seen outside of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) headquarters in White Oak, Maryland, U.S., August 29, 2020. Photo by Andrew Kelly/REUTERS
Panel calls for stronger leadership, clearer mission of FDA foods program

A panel is calling for changes at the federal agency that oversees most of the nation's food supply, saying revamped leadership, a clear mission and more urgency are needed to prevent illness outbreaks and to promote good health.

By JoNel Aleccia, Associated Press

Nation Nov 27

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In the U.S., 30 to 40 percent of food is wasted. California aims to change that

In the U.S., 30 to 40 percent of food produced never makes it to a dining table. Much of that waste ends up in landfills. But some companies are pursuing new techniques to reduce and redistribute surplus -- plus process…

By Allison Aubrey, NPR, Mary Beth Durkin, Food4Thought Producer

Agents for Change Oct 16

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Traditional Native foods are the key ingredient in the Sioux Chef’s healthy cooking

Chef Sean Sherman, founder of the company The Sioux Chef, uses ingredients native to the Americas to draw attention to the long-forgotten Native culinary tradition. His research and cooking are also a way to push back against processed foods that…

Health Jul 03

5 ways to avoid food poisoning during your summer barbecue

Steer clear of gastrointestinal fireworks during your summer festivities with these tips.

By Laura Santhanam

Apr 02

How confusing labels contribute to our food waste problem

By Elaine S. Povich, Stateline

Inconsistent and unclear date labels are causing U.S. consumers to discard tons of food that is safe to eat.

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Jan 10

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Is the government shutdown making American food unsafe?

Due to the shutdown, the Food and Drug Administration has stopped safety inspections of foods such as fruits, vegetables and seafood, while inspectors overseeing meat and poultry production remain on the job without pay. What does this reduced monitoring mean…

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Dec 13

FDA identifies a farm linked to the romaine lettuce E. coli outbreak

By Laura Santhanam

Adams Bros. Farms, the producer linked to the pre-Thanksgiving outbreak, has not shipped lettuce since Nov. 20 and has cooperated with the investigation, the FDA said in a statement.

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Nov 26

It’s safe to eat some romaine again, U.S. health officials say

By Candice Choi, Associated Press

Just check the label.

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May 23

What is mechanical tenderizing, and why is it hazardous to your steak?

By Lydia Zuraw, Kaiser Health News

A new label on some of the steaks in your grocery store highlights a production process you may have never heard of: mechanical tenderizing.

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