California Proposes Ban on “Particularly Harmful” Ultra-Processed Foods in Schools
As the HHS was publishing its MAHA report finding ultra-processed foods to be a key factor in root cause of childhood chronic disease, and calling
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Questions on Marijuana Rescheduling Continue Under Trump Administration
Recent personnel actions at the HHS and DEA may be boding well … or not … for the re-uptake of the proposed marijuana rescheduling from
Vaccine Limits Increase Need for Preventive Practices
Although the risk of humans being infected by and transmitting avian influenza remains low, a National Academies of Science panel explained that, while the virus
Bakery Warning Letter
Citing serious violations related to GMPs, hazard analysis, and preventive controls, FDA issued a 483 to a bakery. Having received no written response, the agency
An Analysis of the Factual Food Factors of the MAHA Report
With the theme of World Food Safety Day (June 7) 2025 highlighting science as the heart of food safety, it is fitting that we focus
Oysters: Safe Summer Consumption
I love oysters, but have heard they’re not safe to eat in the summer. Can I eat oysters in June? The short answer: Yes. If
New FDA Regulatory Framework Limits COVID Vaccine Access
With the FDA vaccine advisory group recommending that a monovalent JN.1 lineage vaccine continue to be used in COVID vaccines for the upcoming US respiratory
Arsenic Rice Risk Extends Beyond Infants
A strong focus has recently been put on heavy metals in baby foods, particularly that of arsenic in infant rice cereals, by the FDA, states,
Continued H5N1 Spread Calls for Sustained Vigilance
While federal updates on H5N1 activity have been quite sparse recently, it is wise to keep your guard up and remain vigilant for signs and
California Food Date Labeling Law to Impact Entire Food Industry
In a little over a year, any food sold in California must meet a new date labeling regulation which vastly limits the allowed verbiage for