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Holiday Food Donation Tips

November 14, 2011 by

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With Thanksgiving soon approaching, many organizations like the Boy and Girl Scouts are holding food drives for those in need.  Whether you are participating in the Scouting for Food Drive or dropping off Food to your Local Food Bank, please remember to check food expiration dates and recalls before donating. Most food banks prefer donated… [Read more…]

Food Recalls are Up According to ExpertRECALL Index

November 7, 2011 by

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According to a news release from PR Newswire, food recalls in the third quarter affected nearly six times as many units as the previous three-month period.  The report released today in the quarterly ExpertRECALL™ Index also takes a look at medical and product recalls as well.   The ExpertRECALL Index also found that pharmaceutical and medical device… [Read more…]

Low Acid Coffee – Who knew?

November 7, 2011 by

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Java lovers rejoice, Puroast Low Acid Coffee which boasts less acid and ultimately less heartburn will be available for the holiday season.  According to the company, Puroast® is an all-natural, gourmet coffee that has up to 70% lower acid than the other leading brands. The company developed a method that reduces acid while providing the… [Read more…]

FDA Issues Botulism Warning for Bio Gaudiano Organic Olives Stuffed with Almonds

November 7, 2011 by

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The FDA warned consumers not to eat Bio Gaudiano brand Organic Olives Stuffed with Almonds.  Following is the complete news announcement from the FDA via PRNewswire: SILVER SPRING, Md., Nov. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — The following Fast Facts are being released by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration: Fast Facts FDA is warning consumers not… [Read more…]

New Wegman’s in Massachusetts is Impressive

October 25, 2011 by

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Over the past week, I visited the new Wegman’s in Northborough, Massachusetts twice. The new supermarket is the first Wegman’s in New England and set a new grand opening record. According to Wegmans, more than 25,000 strolled through their doors on October 16. Wegmans has everything from prepared foods to exotic fish and beef to pre-cut and washed veggies packaged… [Read more…]

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