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How to Properly Heat Leftovers
Whether it's restaurant leftovers or holiday feast leftovers, or just the desire to overcook a meal so you have less to cook the next day, a surprising number of us eat leftovers multiple times per week. But improperly cooked leftovers can be a serious source of illness. So let’s take a look at the best ways to prepare leftover foods safely so we can enjoy them again. And while we're at it, we'll cover...
December 18, 2020
The “Zombie” Deer Disease We’d Better Understand
Hunters and fans of deer, elk and moose meat may have a growing threat to worry about. At least - 25 U.S. states and 3 Canadian provinces - have confirmed cases of a deadly and contagious disease ravaging wild and domestic game populations. This “zombie” deer disease causes muscle wasting, reduced coordination and behavioral changes in these animals, is similar to “mad cow disease,” and we don’t yet...
June 4, 2019
How to Avoid Foodborne Illnesses at Your Cookout
Summer brings the heat and the hot sun, the clear nights and the afternoon buzzing of bees. It’s also the prime time to light up the grill. One of the best parts of summer is getting together with friends and family to have a cookout. Of course, like with anything else, there are some health risks when it comes to summer outdoor eating. These few tips can help you protect yourself and your guests from...
August 6, 2017