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Food Additives: Hidden Risks in Your Pantry

January 8, 2026

Food preservatives, those silent guardians of shelf life, might be doing more harm than good. Recent research from France has raised eyebrows, linking common preservatives to increased risks of cancer and type 2 diabetes. These findings, while not definitive, add to the growing chorus advocating for

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Probiotic Powerhouses: The Next Big Thing in Food Safety

June 4, 2025

The world of food safety is buzzing with a new discovery. Probiotics are known for their health benefits. But did you know that they can also help keep food fresh? The secret lies in tiny bubbles called extracellular vesicles or EVs. These bubbles can be used to deliver preservatives. This is a

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Parabens in Our Daily Lives: The Surprising Diet Connection

February 19, 2025

Parabens, like methyl-(MeP), ethyl-(EtP), and propyl-(PrP) parabens, are everywhere. They are used to stop germs in food, cosmetics, and personal care products (CPCPs). But, did you know that our diet plays a big role in how much of these chemicals we are exposed to? First, let's talk about