In recent years, more food manufacturers have been producing GMO items. That means foods that have been genetically modified in some way. Usually, that means produce that has been modified to be more resistant to insects or poor weather, but there has been a growing concern among consumers and in certain groups about the safety …

The need for detailed food composition screening has come to light more than ever with recent scandals involving horsemeat being used in food products. Countries including the United Kingdom, Italy, and Germany have had to bear the brunt of this scandal that reached all the way to Queen Elizabeth herself. Through testing, it was determined …

Cool rooms can be especially sensitive to bacteria growth, and any restaurant or food service owner needs to take extra measures to protect these spaces. In fact, studies show that the risk of bacteria is continuing to grow in such spaces, and that makes the concern all the more serious. Now, there are options to …

Many people hear the term, food irradiation, and they immediately think that this must mean the products they eat will turn them into a monster from b-rated horror movies. After all, the word sounds very similar to radiation, which is dangerous, deadly, and scary. However, this process is actually extremely safe and serves a very …

GM foods have been in the news quite a lot. This is especially true since the state of California in the US recently passed a law indicating all GM foods have to be labelled as such. This may make you wonder what they are and if they pose a threat. What Does GM Stand for? …

It may sound weird that a harmless fruit could be dangerous, but it is the truth. Grapefruit has been found to interact in dangerous ways with certain prescription medications. Numerous studies have indicated this, and the results are conclusive. When grapefruit is mixed with specific medications, the results could include a number of dangerous side …

Although the integrity of genetically modified crops is one of the hottest and most controversial topics out there today, the science world and the agricultural experts behind these crops are standing behind the integrity of these crops. Claims are being made that genetically modified crops are capable of producing higher yields, needing fewer pesticides, and equal to traditional crops in regards to nutrition.

Alcohol consumption is the sort of thing that has a bad rap when it comes to a lot of things. In the health and wellness world, it’s been strongly linked to the development of chronic illnesses, some of which are deadly. It’s also been known to cause birth defects, organ damage, and a wealth of other ills.

A recent discovery by scientists at the University of Leicester in the UK looks set to open opportunities for more natural forms of food preservation, according to Science Journal.

As the science of producing genetically modified wheat rises in Australia, more and more critics are chomping at the bit for tighter regulations and more safety tests in regards to the wheat. However, some top dogs in the industry are concerned that the complaints and pleas may be coming from groups that are known enemies of biotech crops.