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PSA: Don’t Microwave Water Again Before Reading This

While a convenient solution, it comes with some dangerous side-effects—here’s why.

by Kelsey Kloss
on Jun 18
Young woman in the kitchen putting a cup in the microwave to heat it up.
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Yep, Egg Allergies Are Real—but Do You Have One?

by Allison Forsyth
on Jun 17
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The ‘Dirty Dozen’ Produce List Is Here—How Worried Should You Be?

by Michele Ross
on Jun 16
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Ok, How Often Should You *Really* Be Replacing These Common Kitchen Tools?

by Zola Gregory
on Jun 12
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Almost 2 Million Eggs Have Been Recalled Over Salmonella Concerns

by Korin Miller
on Jun 9
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Ok, but How Should You Really Be Washing Your Fruits and Veggies?

The fruit and veggie wash infomercials may live rent-free in our heads, but do we need to make space for them in our kitchens?

by Rebecca Norris
on May 30
Fresh ripe strawberries being rinsed in a ceramic drainer under a running tap.
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Heads Up: Your Nightly Glass of Wine Could Be Problematic for Your Brain as You Age

How much is too much when reaching for your nightly drink? Here's what experts say.

by Michele Ross
on May 29
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Heads Up: There’s Another Massive Cucumber Recall Happening Right Now

The warm weather food staple was just hit with another multi-state recall ahead of the summer months.

by Korin Miller
on May 27
Close up of many green cucumbers on shelf in supermarket.
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Do You *Actually* Need To Wait To Swim After Eating?

Experts say it's complicated, but before you dive in: Here's how the age-old advice got started.

by Michael La Corte
on May 23
Woman relaxing on an inflatable ring and eating juicy watermelon in outdoor swimming pool on sunny day. Aerial view.
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Nervous About Your Pressure Cooker? Here’s How To Use One Safely, According to Experts

SharkNinja recalled over a million pressure cookers this month for a faulty lid. This is what experts want you to know about the risks of using the machine.

by Korin Miller
on May 6
Close up of man using high pressure pot in kitchen
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There’s a New Multi-State Tomato Recall, and It May Get Bigger

Bad news from the FDA as we head into peak tomato season—here's what experts want you to know.

by Korin Miller
on May 6
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There’s a Multi-State Recall on Bread for This Scary Reason

Check your pantry ASAP for these baked goods.

by Korin Miller
on Apr 30
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This Popular Apple Juice Brand Just Recalled Nearly 174,000 Bottles Over Mold Contamination

Beloved by both children and adults, this juice beverage—with its signature round glass bottle—is being pulled for a potentially toxic substance.

by Korin Miller
on Apr 25
Photography of a apple juice in glasses and apples in a wicker basket on wooden table
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The FDA Just Banned Red Dye No. 3: The Future of Processed Foods

Health misinformation around food dyes is at an all-time high. Here's what you need to know about food dyes in your foods.

by Tiffany Ayuda
on Apr 25
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5 Food Safety Rules Experts Say You’re Breaking When You Get Takeout

Here's what to do with those delicious leftovers instead.

by Lauren Manaker, RD
on Apr 23
photo of restaurant worker handing two brown paper takeout boxes to a customer and letting them know of food safety rules with takeout and restaurant food
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The FDA Just Suspended Routine Food Safety Checks

Here's what that means for you and your next grocery store trip.

by Korin Miller
on Apr 21
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Cabot Butter Recalled for Possible Fecal Contamination

While super gross, it’s not life-threatening, says experts.

by Korin Miller
on Apr 10
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More Than 200,000 Pounds of Egg Beaters Recalled Over Possible Bleach Contamination

A toxicologist and food safety experts break it down.

by Korin Miller
on Mar 31
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Why Are There So Many Food Recalls This Year? A Food Safety Expert Weighs In

2024 feels like the Year of Recalls. From listeria in deli meats, to salmonella in cucumbers, a new recall seems to pop up every day.

by Emily Ziemski
on Dec 4
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There’s a Major, Multi-State Cucumber Recall Happening That’s Linked to Salmonella

SunFed Produce, LLC is recalling all sizes of their whole, fresh cucumbers, due to salmonella contamination concerns.

by Korin Miller
on Dec 3
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