Plastic food packaging has a really bad reputation. We have all seen the images of wildlife getting trapped, or of plastic waste on the beaches and in the sea. But, plastic packaging is also really good at keeping food fresh and free from contamination so any shift away from plastic food packaging needs to address …
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A scone is the cornerstone of the Devon cream tea, or a coffee shop morning snack. We might even choose the plain scone rather than cheese or fruit with the assumption that it is a healthy choice. But what really is the nutritional content of scones, and are they as healthy as we like to …
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It seems crazy to suggest introducing a virus to make food safer, especially in the light of the Covid-19 pandemic, but there are viruses which have the ability to kill bacteria. There are already countries in Europe and further afield using these bacteriophages in food production to destroy bacterial contamination. What is a bacteriophage? A …
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Fish is a fantastic healthy source of proteins and fats. On the other hand, mercury in fish is toxic and can cause serious health problems. This article explores how mercury enters the food chain, why it is such a problem once it is there, and the considerations you should make when choosing whether to eat …
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Without bacteria in dairy production, products like cheese and yoghurt would not exist. However, for safe food production it is critical that only the right bacteria are allowed to grow and thrive, and that harmful pathogenic bacteria are eliminated from the production and processing. Bacteria in Milk Bacteria in dairy production begins with the milk. …
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