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The incidence of foodborne illnesses from cross-contamination in home kitchens is seldom as widely reported as similar occurrences in restaurants. This explains why the 2024 FoodNet data suggests that a whopping 58% of all foodborne illnesses are from foods eaten outside the home. However, a considerable amount of the foodborne diseases also occur in the…
Headlines keep warning about the villainy of ultra-processed foods (UPFs), but you’ll find them stacked high on store shelves. If people are not buying food in this niche, stores are unlikely to stock it. The logic that people are unaware of the dangers of UPFs is out of the question. For one, it is one…
Have you ever given thought to aluminium foil oven safety on the few occasions you’ve had to cook with it? From roasting to wrapping and tray lining, aluminum foil has a plethora of functions in the kitchen. However, many people still struggle to answer the question: “Is aluminum foil harmful?” It’s going to be no-holds-barred…
If you love making fried munchies, along with that infatuation must come an understanding of how to identify and use the safest cooking oils. “Why bother?” you ask. Over time, you may notice that the flavor of oils changes, particularly those prone to reuse. Such flavor changes may be signs of oil quality deterioration, which…
How long do leftovers last in the fridge? Can you really tell? Remember that container of pasta, right at the back of your refrigerator compartment? How do you know if it’s still safe to reheat and consume after storing for such a long time? Well, depending on the content of your gravy, salad, or any…
