THURSDAY, 1 OCTOBER 2026

Tag: food safety

6 articles

Steaming bowl of freshly cooked white rice served on a bright kitchen countertop

Reheating Rice: Why Cooked Rice Can Be Dangerous

Cooked rice can pose a food poisoning risk. Learn how Bacillus cereus causes issues, and discover safe storage guidelines and…

Golden brown chips and toasted bread served on a light wooden table background

Acrylamide in Food: How Dangerous Is It Really?

Acrylamide in food forms during baking, frying and roasting. Discover where it lurks, understand the health risks, and learn simple…

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How to Avoid Microplastics and Reduce Daily Exposure

Microplastics are found in our water, air and food. Discover how these particles enter the body, their health impact, and…

Female doctor holding a patient's hand supportively during a breast cancer screening consultation

Breast Cancer Screening: When to Start and the Evidence

Discover the scientific evidence behind breast cancer screening: find out when to start, screening intervals, and the balance between early…

Fresh chopped vegetables including carrots, cucumbers, peppers and lettuce prepared on a board

Chopped Vegetables: Endotoxins and Inflammation

Buying pre-prepared chopped vegetables saves time, but studies reveal they harbour bacteria producing pro-inflammatory endotoxins even when refrigerated, undermining the…

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Giving Up Coffee: Who Should Stop and Why

Discover whether giving up coffee is right for you. While caffeine offers benefits, specific risk groups, including pregnant women and…