03/18/2009

Understanding Seafood Allergies
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03/18/2009

Allergic reactions to seafood occur when the body's immune system has an abnormal reaction to fish, crustaceans and/or shellfish.

What is the difference between crustaceans and shellfish?

Crustaceans are aquatic animals that h...

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03/02/2009

"Make the grade" with college food safety tips
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03/02/2009

As spring break comes to an end, students will be heading back to their apartments or campuses where they live on their own and cook for themselves.

Health Canada estimates that there are almost 13 million cases of foodborne illness in Cana...

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02/05/2009

Kid-Friendly Kitchen Safety
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02/05/2009

Cooking with kids is a great way to spend time together as a family, but did you know that most foodborne illness results from poor food handling at home? Your kitchen could be a high risk environment. Bacteria can thrive in food that is improperl...

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