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The FDA has issued a low-risk recall for over 11,000 bottles of Ziac, a blood-pressure medication, due to cross-contamination concerns with ezetimibe. Patients should check their bottles' lot numbers and NDC codes, and consult their healthcare providers for guidance. The recall highlights the importance of strict manufacturing practices and vigilant quality control to ensure medication safety.
Microbiologists share nine essential tips for avoiding food poisoning, including proper handwashing, sanitizing surfaces, thoroughly cooking meat, replacing sponges regularly, thawing meat safely, refrigerating leftovers promptly, respecting expiration dates, and understanding mold and preservation limits to ensure safe and healthy eating habits.
The absorbent pad found in meat packaging serves a crucial role in food safety. It absorbs liquid expelled by raw meat, which can be filled with dangerous bacteria, preventing the growth of bacteria and keeping the meat fresh. The pad also prevents cross-contamination by stopping the liquid from getting onto counters or other surfaces. While it is recommended to remove the pad before cooking, if accidentally cooked and unaltered, the meat should still be safe to eat. However, any changes to the pad's appearance indicate potential danger, and it should be discarded. It is important to prioritize food safety and be aware of any abnormalities in meat packaging.
A food safety expert has advised that it's safe to cut the mold off firm fruit and marmalade, but to avoid soft cheeses, yogurts, and pasta sauces if they are moldy. The expert also suggested cutting an inch off the product if mold is present and not putting the knife in the mold to avoid cross-contamination. Some molds produce toxic substances that can cause an allergic reaction, so it's better to err on the side of caution. Ultimately, it's down to personal preference whether to eat moldy food or not.
A TikToker's video about a strange ingredient warning on Walmart's Great Value mini marshmallows has gone viral, with many users shocked to learn that the product may contain traces of tilapia. The same warning was found on a bottle of Great Value butter-flavored syrup, which may contain anchovies. TikTokers speculated that the warnings are due to cross-contamination in the processing plant, while others suggested that fish-based gelatin is used to keep the products kosher. Some users also shared their own surprising ingredient warnings from other brands.