Food Policy

California and Cage-Free Chickens

What came first: the chicken or the cage? Obviously, the chicken came first. But caging animals is a long-standing practice in…

6 years ago

Going Clean? McDonalds New Menu

Ask anyone in my family or circle of friends about my disdain for fast food. Not that I don’t indulge…

6 years ago

Lead in Curry Powder A Problem!

Sirob Imports, Incorporated is recalling some of their curry powder after testing showed that it might contain elevated levels of…

6 years ago

Of Pesticides, Produce and PLU Codes

How many of us have taken our chances with something? Does it extend to your purchases of food? I would…

7 years ago

Restaurant Food Fraud: When It Says Organic, But the Product Says Otherwise

Organic foods have seen a rise in the past several years and have become a big business with homes across…

7 years ago

The Second Battle of the Bulge: Food Addiction Fast Foods Edition

I believe that with few exceptions, most of us would look at the picture above and exclaim “Oh that looks…

7 years ago

A FSMA Shakeup in the Future?

The Trump administration has proposed a reorganization of the federal government that would dramatically change the way that food safety…

7 years ago

Labeling GMOs

After months of public input and deliberation, the USDA has released their proposal for labels on genetically modified foods. The…

7 years ago

Get Some Culture: A Guide to Culture Independent Diagnostic Tests vs Benefits of Culture

Doctors and Epidemiologists share some common goals, but sometimes their perspectives diverge.  Doctors and Epidemiologist alike want to identify what…

7 years ago

History Made – FDA Demands Recall Due to Salmonella

Food recalls have become a common trend that occurs throughout the year.  They can cause massive hysteria and send consumers…

7 years ago