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Food Safety

Picnic Safety

I took pasta salad to a picnic yesterday and put it in the refrigerator when I got home. Is it safe to eat today? The

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Testing the Sniff Test

I’ve used the “sniff test” for years to determine if a food is bad. Now my friend is telling me that it’s not reliable! Who’s

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Fresh, Frozen, or Canned?

Question: I always purchase fresh produce for my family, but now I’m hearing that canned or frozen may actually be healthier! Is that true? The

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Red Dye

Question: It seems that everyone is talking about the dangers of red dye in food. Do I need to stop eating anything red? The short

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Heavy Metals

Q. I’ve been seeing a lot of articles lately about heavy metals in food. Is this something new that I need to worry about? The

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Wood-Burning Fireplaces

I have a wood-burning fireplace in my living room, but have had friends say it’s bad for my health. Is it? The short answer: No,

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Chemicals in Food

Whenever I read a food’s ingredient list, it seems there is always some chemical that I can’t pronounce! How can I avoid chemicals? The simple

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MSG

I’ve heard all kinds of horror stories about MSG, but I still see it on food labels! Should I avoid those foods? The short answer:

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Pesticides

I see so many articles about the dangers of pesticides, I’m leery about using any pesticides around my home! Should I be? The short answer:

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