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The Hidden Dangers of Pre-Packaged Greens Salads are synonymous with health, but recent studies reveal a paradox: Store-bought salad kits often contain higher bacterial counts than homemade versions. A 2022 Journal of Food Protection study found pre-washed greens in commercial kits carried 2-3x more coliform bacteria [...] Read more

The Myth of Expiration Dates For decades, canned food expiration dates have been treated as gospel by consumers. Yet, regulatory agencies and food scientists consistently argue that these dates are not indicators of safety but rather vague suggestions about peak quality. In the U.S., the FDA does not require [...] Read more

Behind the Scenes: How Cruise Ships Maintain Kitchen Safety With over 30 million passengers sailing annually, cruise ship kitchens operate like high-stakes culinary cities. This exposé reveals the strict protocols that keep buffets and fine dining safe across major cruise lines. The FDA's Vessel Sanitation Program [...] Read more

Introduction Approximately 40% of the U.S. food supply goes uneaten each year, partly due to confusion around expiration labels. While these dates appear authoritative, most consumers misunderstand their purpose. This article unpacks the science and regulations behind food dating to help you minimize risks—and [...] Read more

The Science of Spoilage: Why Homemade Jam Doesn’t Last Few culinary creations evoke nostalgia like homemade jam. Yet despite its artisanal appeal, jars of DIY preserves often develop mold or lose freshness within weeks – while store-bought counterparts remain shelf-stable for years. This discrepancy stems from [...] Read more