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Mar 23 2025HEALTH

Metal in Snacks? Chomps Issues Big Recall

It is a big deal when a company has to recall thousands of pounds of snacks. This time, it is Chomps. They had to pull nearly 30, 000 pounds of beef sticks from the shelves. Why? Because some customers found metal pieces in their snacks. This is serious stuff. It is not just about the snacks. It is

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Mar 22 2025HEALTH

Check Your Pantry: Important Target Green Bean Recall

There is a serious food recall happening right now. It involves canned green beans. Specifically, the recall targets a store brand called "Good & Gather. " This brand is sold at Target. The recall is happening in 21 states, including Illinois. So, if you live in one of these states, pay attention.

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Mar 20 2025HEALTH

What's on Your Plate? The Money and Mindset Mix

Food choices are not just about what's on the table. They are about what's in your wallet and your head. Some curious minds wanted to figure out if how much money someone has affects what they eat. They also wanted to know if how people think about food plays a role. So, they did some research acros

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Mar 20 2025EDUCATION

School Lunches: How Contracts Shape What Kids Eat

School meals are a big deal in the UK. They make up the largest chunk of public spending on food. This means they have the power to affect the health of many people. But how do schools decide what to serve? It often comes down to the type of contract they have for buying food. A recent study looked

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Mar 18 2025CELEBRITIES

A Comedian's Unplanned Performance at Madison Square Garden

Tracy Morgan's recent visit to Madison Square Garden turned into an unexpected scene. During the Heat-Knicks game, he suddenly fell ill. Morgan, a well-known comedian, was taken to the hospital after experiencing food poisoning. He shared the news on Instagram, thanking fans for their support and

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Mar 15 2025HEALTH

Oysters and Viruses: A Hidden Danger in Your Seafood

Oysters are a popular seafood choice, but they can harbor hidden dangers. Two viruses, human norovirus (HuNoV) and human sapovirus (HuSaV), can lurk in oysters. These viruses are often spread through contaminated shellfish. With the rise of online shopping, it's important to consider how this affect

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Mar 15 2025HEALTH

Bird Flu Virus in Cheese: A Hidden Danger?

The bird flu virus, specifically H5N1, can linger in raw milk cheese for months. This poses a significant health risk, especially during outbreaks. The virus can survive in raw milk cheese because of the protective environment created by the protein and fat content. This is a concern because raw mil

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Mar 15 2025HEALTH

Bird Flu Virus Lurks in Raw Milk Cheese for Months

The H5N1 bird flu virus can survive in raw milk cheese for a long time. This is a problem for public health. The virus can stay infectious for months, even after the cheese has been aged for 60 days. This aging process is supposed to kill off harmful germs. But it seems it might not be enough to sto

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Mar 14 2025EDUCATION

Kids Dig into Nature and Nutrition on Exciting School Trips

Students in La Crosse, Wisconsin, are getting a hands-on education about where their food comes from and how to grow it. This is all thanks to a collaboration between a local non-profit called GROW and Western Technical College. The college's greenhouse is the setting for these educational field tri

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Mar 11 2025ENVIRONMENT

Rice in Drought: The Hidden Battle

Rice is a staple food for many people worldwide. It is under threat from drought. This is a big deal for global food security. Drought affects rice at every stage, from when it's a tiny seed to when it's a full-grown plant. This affects how much rice is produced, its quality, and even its nutritiona

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