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Utz pulls multiple chip varieties nationwide amid salmonella scare
health27 days ago

Utz pulls multiple chip varieties nationwide amid salmonella scare

Utz Quality Foods is recalling six Zapp’s and three Dirty-brand potato-chip varieties sold nationwide because the seasonings contain dry milk powder that may harbor salmonella. Although the seasoning batches tested negative for the bacteria, Utz issued the precautionary recall and reports no illnesses as of May 4. Consumers who own the recalled chips should not eat them and can seek refunds by contacting Utz Customer Care at 1-877-423-0149; additional products may be added to the alert as investigations continue. Salmonella exposure can cause diarrhea, abdominal cramps and fever, with seniors, young children and immunocompromised individuals at higher risk.

Rollins touts a $3 healthy meal, triggering online skepticism
business4 months ago

Rollins touts a $3 healthy meal, triggering online skepticism

Washington Post reports Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins claimed a healthy meal could cost about $3, citing a basic combo (like chicken, broccoli, a corn tortilla and another item) under a revamped nutrition framework. The remark drew ridicule on social media and comes amid ongoing discussions about food costs and nutrition policy under the administration.

"High Pesticide Risk in Popular Produce: 2024 Analysis Reveals"
health-and-environment2 years ago

"High Pesticide Risk in Popular Produce: 2024 Analysis Reveals"

An analysis by Consumer Reports found that common fruits and vegetables in US supermarkets, including kale, watermelon, and bell peppers, contain potentially unsafe levels of pesticides. The report, based on seven years of USDA data, revealed that roughly 20% of the 59 foods examined posed significant pesticide risks, with conventionally grown kale, blueberries, potatoes, and bell peppers among the highest. Even some organic foods showed pesticide residue, raising concerns about contamination. Imported produce, particularly from Mexico, also posed higher risks. The study highlights the potential health risks associated with pesticide exposure, especially for vulnerable populations like children and pregnant women.

Mad Cow Disease Emerges in US Cattle
health3 years ago

Mad Cow Disease Emerges in US Cattle

An atypical case of "mad cow disease" has been detected in a beef cow at a slaughter plant in South Carolina, according to US health officials. However, the US Department of Agriculture has said that the animal "never entered slaughter channels and at no time presented a risk to the food supply or to human health in the United States". The US has a "negligible risk status" for bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE), and officials do not expect any trade impacts as a result of this finding.