A new Department of Health report documents alarming cases where the FDA waited months to issue food recalls that could have protected consumers from sickness and death.
Tag: listeria
Deadly Listeria Outbreak: Step Away from that Prepackaged Caramel Apple
Be aware: The CDC is investigating a Listeria outbreak linked to commercially-produced, prepackaged caramel apples. 29 people. 10 states. Several deaths.
Apple Recall: Over 3000 Products Affected
Del Monte issued an apple recall on Wednesday for packaged cut apples and fruit medleys that include cut apples.
Another Food Recall: Walnuts Recalled for Third Time in Less Than a Week
It seems we can’t go a week anymore without seeing another scary food recall on the news. Last week it was hummus and 1.8 million pounds of beef. This week’s food recall is walnuts…not one recall, not two, but three walnut recalls.
Top News from the Food Front: GMO Bans, Paleo Nope, & Toxic Jerky
DO NOT eat hummus or walnuts before reading about these ongoing food recalls — also avoid the ground beef. I know, I know, I always say that — but this time (in addition to many other good reasons!) it’s an e. coli contamination thing. The week’s food safety issues aren’t just bothering 2-legged diners: if you have canine friends, beware the toxic jerky! So, yes, the week’s news does feature some ickiness. But don’t be scared — there’s also some nifty GMO news, plus research on Paleo diets, cheap food, and obesity. Holy guacamole, but there’s much to report this week!
7 Ton Hummus Recall from Trader Joe’s, Target
According to a release from the Food and Drug Administration, many hummus products sold at Trader Joe’s, Target and Giant Eagle are being voluntarily recalled due to a possible risk of listeria. Prepared Foods [ … ]
Top News from the Food Front: Feed the Hungry, Fail the Hungry, Print a Burger
I’ll give it to you straight: this week’s food news isn’t for the faint of heart! Food recalls, food insecurity, corporate SNAP exploitation, and 3-D food printing loom large on the week’s newsfeed. But there’s good news too: Hawaii’s surfers are getting up to some nifty non-GMO activism, and Samuel L. Jackson gives vegan eating (yet another) hefty celebrity boost. So don’t be afraid: read on, for the worst and best news this week in the world of food!
Top News from The Food Front: Meat, Mayo, & McFoolishness
Another study links red meat to cancer, low blood sugar impacts brain health, new vegan mayo company prepares for national launch, and McDonald’s highlights the connection between our dysfunctional food [ … ]
Five Grossest Items in Your Kitchen
Wondering what the grossest items in your kitchen are? No? I don’t blame you. It’s not something I like to think about, either. Fortunately, there are professionals who concern themselves with gross stuff and they’re willing to tell us about it.
Germ Alert: Is Your Kitchen Harboring Deadly Pathogens?
When’s the last time you cleaned your refrigerator? Can’t recall? Then it’s been too long. According to a recent germ study, your kitchens are downright filthy.
Entire Growing Season of Honeydews and Cantaloupes from Burch Farms Recalled
The entire season’s worth of honeydew melons and cantaloupes grown and processed by Burch Farms has been recalled after the FDA found listeria on both a honeydew and a cantaloupe. No illnesses have been reported in connection with this recall.
Armour Active Packs Recalled Due to Possible Listeria Contamination
Reichel Foods is recalling nearly 16,000 pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry products due to possible listeria contamination. The ready-to-eat meat and poultry products were included in Armour Active Packs.
Cantaloupe Recall Expanded
The Burch Farms cantaloupe recall for possible listeria contamination was expanded to include nearly 200,000 cantaloupes.