Tag: food safety


  • BARMM Halal Certification and Food Safety Roadmap Unveiled

    BARMM Halal Certification and Food Safety Roadmap Unveiled

    Introduction: Building a Route to Quality and Market Access The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) recently hosted a pivotal forum in Davao City that united farmers, food producers, and regulators with international partners to map a clear path toward Halal certification and robust food safety standards. Spearheaded by UNIDO and BARMM’s Ministry of…

  • BARMM, UNIDO Push Halal Certification and Food Safety Roadmap

    BARMM, UNIDO Push Halal Certification and Food Safety Roadmap

    BARMM and UNIDO Launch a Food Safety and Halal Certification Roadmap In Davao City, the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) joined forces with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) to chart a practical roadmap for halal certification and food safety. The forum linked nearly 150 farmers and food producers with regulators, market…

  • Three guests fall ill with sepsis as luxury Östermalm restaurant closes

    Three guests fall ill with sepsis as luxury Östermalm restaurant closes

    Overview of the incident in Östermalm In Stockholm’s upscale Östermalm district, a luxury dining venue has temporarily closed after reports that several guests became ill following a multi‑course tasting menu. Local media have cited information from P4 Stockholm indicating that three guests developed sepsis, a serious condition that requires urgent medical attention. Additional diners reportedly…

  • Three guests sick with sepsis as Östermalm luxury restaurant closes for investigation

    Three guests sick with sepsis as Östermalm luxury restaurant closes for investigation

    What happened at the Östermalm luxury restaurant Stockholm’s fine-dining scene was jolted late last week when reports surfaced of severe illness among guests at a luxury restaurant in Östermalm. According to P4 Stockholm, three visitors became seriously ill with sepsis after dining on a multi-course tasting menu. Several other guests reportedly felt unwell as well,…

  • Can Spices Turn Into a Serious Illness? The Bitter Truth in Your Kitchen

    Can Spices Turn Into a Serious Illness? The Bitter Truth in Your Kitchen

    Why spices can pose safety concerns Spices have accompanied humans for centuries, enriching flavor and aroma while also carrying a long tradition of folk healing. But recent studies in the United States and Europe have raised concerns: dried spices sold in markets and groceries can harbor bacteria such as Salmonella and contain mold toxins. Even…

  • Could Spices in the Kitchen Be Harmful? The Bitter Truth

    Could Spices in the Kitchen Be Harmful? The Bitter Truth

    Hidden dangers in dried spices Spices have colored and enriched cuisines for thousands of years, but modern research highlights a concerning paradox: the very powders that elevate flavor can also harbor unseen dangers. Several studies in the United States and Europe have detected microbial traces in dried spices sold in markets and supermarkets. While processing…

  • Study: These Fruits and Vegetables May Have High Pesticide Residues

    Study: These Fruits and Vegetables May Have High Pesticide Residues

    What the new study shows about pesticide residues in produce A recent analysis from the Environmental Working Group (EWG) raises fresh questions about the safety of the produce many households consider healthy. The study links the amount of pesticide residues on fruits and vegetables to higher levels of these chemicals detected in people’s urine. As…

  • What to Watch Out for: Foods to Avoid Amid Pesticide Residues in Produce

    What to Watch Out for: Foods to Avoid Amid Pesticide Residues in Produce

    What the study found A recent analysis by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) connects higher pesticide residues on certain fruits and vegetables with greater levels of pesticide chemicals detected in people’s urine. By comparing data from the USDA on what’s in produce with actual urine measurements from the national NHANES health survey, the study suggests…

  • Study Shines Light on Pesticide Residues in Produce: What to Avoid

    Study Shines Light on Pesticide Residues in Produce: What to Avoid

    New Findings on Pesticide Residues in Produce We often assume that filling the shopping cart with fresh fruit and vegetables means we’re eating healthier. A recent study from the Environmental Working Group (EWG) challenges that assumption, showing that higher exposure to certain pesticide residues in produce correlates with higher levels of these chemicals in urine.…

  • Sainsbury’s Recalls Own-Brand Hummus Over E. Coli Risk

    Sainsbury’s Recalls Own-Brand Hummus Over E. Coli Risk

    Introduction In a recent public health announcement, Sainsbury’s, one of the UK’s leading supermarkets, has issued a recall of selected own-brand hummus products. This decision comes amid concerns over potential contamination with E. coli, a harmful bacteria that poses significant health risks. Consumers are urged to check their refrigerators to ensure their safety. Details of…