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Mexican Cucumbers: Source Of Salmonella Poon Epidemic

The Salmonella Poona epidemic was first reported back in September last year. Now, it has been found that the epidemic was caused by Mexican cucumbers and has reportedly caused 52 deaths in 16 states, according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, as reported in Food Safety News.
  • New Definition Of Butter In Ireland, According To Authorities

    Butter is defined as "a churned-cream dairy product consisting primarily of milk fat, water, non-fat milk material and if necessary, salt," in Ireland, as announced by Dr. Pat 'O Mahon, Ireland's food safety authority.
  • Can You Guess What Is America's Favorite Comfort Food?

    The Poll was commissioned by Harris Poll, one of the longest running surveys measuring public opinion in the United States.
  • The Definitive Guide to Perfect Pasta-Sauce Pairings

    Penne, angel hair, linguine-there are many kinds of pasta that differs in shape, sizes and did you know that these variations have something to do with the perfect sauce to pair with it?
  • WATCH: The Dancing Starbucks Barista

    Sam was offered a job at Starbucks, which his parents thought might not be good and suitable for his situation. But Sam told his parents that he felt that his life had meaning for the first time.
  • Tom Brady Never Had Coffee, Not Even a Sip

    Tom Brady has recently revealed something shocking, something that possibly can not be comprehended by our brains: He says he has never tried coffee-not one sip, not one drop of our morning elixir.
  • Busted! 5 Myths About Salt Debunked

    You've heard it all before, that salt contributes to heart disease and should be avoided at all costs. But where did that idea come from? And more importantly, is it true?
  • 35 Chinese Restaurants Probed for Opium Usage

    Following the recall of an opium-laced cough syrup that's manufactured in China, five restaurants near Beijing are currently facing criminal charges and another 30 will be going through intense investigations for allegedly seasoning their dishes with opium.
  • 6 Foods You Should Avoid Eating to Prevent Food-Poisoning

    Amidst all the food safety issues that has been springing up left and right, it's only practical for one to ask what certain foods should be avoided to steer clear of the often miserable and traumatic effects of food poisoning.
  • 4 Reasons to Have a Beer

    By now, you may have already known that wine is good for you. But it also got you thinking, what about beer?
  • Cough Syrup Recalled Due to Morphine Content

    In what appears to be an extension of the seemingly continuous food and product recalls, a California-based company is voluntarily recalling its cough syrup for undeclared morphine content, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
  • On a Diet? Here's How to Order Skinny at Starbucks

    All Under 200 Calories Cheat Sheet Do you always skip Starbucks whenever you are on your diet? Yes, most of the drinks from the giant coffee company contains hundreds of calories-including your usual.
  • You've Been Cutting Cake Wrong Your Whole Life

    Have you ever felt proud of yourself because you have cut a cake perfectly, displaying all its stacked layers and gave it justice? Well, we're telling you it's still not the best way.
  • Eat it and Wear it Too! When Fashion and Food Collide

    What would you choose, fashion or food? Well, there's a good news for you, fashionista foodies! You don't have to chose anymore because, guess what the newest style trend? Foam Food Accessories-so cute and delicious looking!
  • Weekend Catch–Up Sleep Might Decrease Diabetes Risk

    Generally, sleep deprivation can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes, but according to a new study, the catch–up sleep on weekends can reverse the effect of sleep deprivation.
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