Likewise when it comes to beauty and cosmetics: we are more mindful than ever of what we put on our skin, and we have even made the move away from toxic cleaning products in our homes. But have you ever stopped to think about your oral health? Or, more specifically, the harm oral health products… Read More »
Seafood include both finned fish and shellfish. Finned fish most commonly associated with allergic reactions include salmon, tuna and halibut.1 Finned fish and shellfish allergies are not related, so being allergic to one doesn’t necessarily mean you are allergic to the other. A true Immunoglobulin-E (IgE) mediated allergic reaction to finned fish may be life-threatening,… Read More »
After a big Christmas lunch and an afternoon snooze, it might be tempting to graze on the leftovers for days to come. But a hidden danger lurks in the benign-looking ham and the innocuous potato salad. Consuming leftovers from the festive feast that have been left at room temperature for two hours or more increases… Read More »
Food poisoning is an illness caused by consuming foods or drinks that contain harmful bacteria, viruses or parasites. It’s extremely common, affecting an estimated 9.4 million Americans each year (1, 2). While many foods contain potentially harmful organisms, they are usually destroyed during cooking. However, if you don’t practice good hygiene and proper food storage… Read More »
Food poisoning is an illness caused by consuming foods or drinks that contain harmful bacteria, viruses or parasites. It’s extremely common, affecting an estimated 9.4 million Americans each year (1, 2). While many foods contain potentially harmful organisms, they are usually destroyed during cooking. However, if you don’t practice good hygiene and proper food storage… Read More »