Episode Transcription From Washington State University Extension, welcome to Food Safety in a Minute. What is food adulteration? Defined by the Food and Drug Administration, Food adulteration may be unintentional. It’s often economically motivated, however, and referred to as food fraud. For example, when a shopper thinks they’re buying expensive olive oil, but some of […]
Episode Transcription From Washington State University Extension, I’m Susie Craig. Confused by date labels on food products? You are not alone. “Use By”, “Best By”, and other dates on labels vary by manufacturer and regulators, state by state. Consumers don’t know if they are more reflective of freshness and quality or related to increased risk […]
Episode Transcription From Washington State University Extension, this is Food Safety in a Minute. Are you confused by organic food labels? If you purchase organic foods, it’s helpful to understand their labels. The United States Department of Agriculture has four labeling categories for organic products. Visit the United States Department of Agriculture to learn more […]
Episode Transcription From Washington State University Extension, this is Food Safety in a Minute. What is “clean eating”? Introduced by a Canadian fitness coach in 2007, it’s a term often used in social media and publications. However, there is NO clear or governmental definition of “clean eating”. A consumer survey by the International Food Information […]
Episode Transcription For Food Safety in a Minute, this is Susie Craig. Are you confused about “Use By” and “Best if Used By” dates on food labels? Knowing the difference is important for food safety. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, food labeled with a “Use By” date indicates the food is perishable. […]