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WHO - ECR: Food safety
euro.who.int
The World Health Organisation (WHO) Food Safety Programme gives links to their programs on, food safety, food legislation, Codex Alimentarius (HACCP) Systems, surveillance of foodborne disease, Global Environmental Monitoring System, and, Emerging and other Communicable Diseases Surveillance
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
ohioline.osu.edu
Explains which foods contain ascorbic acid, how to get enough in our diet, and how to prepare foods to retain their vitamin C contents. From Ohio State University Extension (United States).
NPR : Lettuce Learn How to Wash Produce
npr.org
Food safety experts explain how to best wash fruits and vegetables before eating them.
Federal Citizen Information Center - Food
pueblo.gsa.gov
Directory of factsheets on nutrition and food safety.
Food Safety Network
foodsafetynetwork.ca
Directory of articles, press releases, and information sources.
FDA/CFSAN Consumer Advice
vm.cfsan.fda.gov
Information available to the public about food safety and food products.
MouthShut.com
mouthshut.com
India consumer exchange contains reviews and tips on food, beverages, and restaurants.
Food Safety And Inspection Service Recall Information Center
fsis.usda.gov
Recalls are voluntary actions carried out by industry in cooperation with Federal and State agencies. Products are recalled when found to be contaminated, adulterated, or misbranded. Site lists active and archived cases from both US Federal and state agencies.
Current Hot Topics
easynet.co.uk
Current Hot Topics covers food safety issues such as E.coli Food Poisoning, Listeria in Cheese, BSE, BST, Trans Fatty Acids, Genetic Modification, Food Irradiation, Olestra, Salt, Microbiological Food Safety for Children and Vulnerable Groups, Food Allergens, Salmonella, Dioxins and PCBs. The statements are drawn up by experts within the broad membership of the Institute of Food Science and Technology.
Seasoned Cooking: FoodGeeks.com
seasoned.com
Review of the food and cooking site, FoodGeeks.com.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency: Pesticides and Food
epa.gov
Describes the types used, prescribed limits, risks to health, and regulatory framework.
Supermarket Savvy
supermarketsavvy.com
Learn to shop for health in the virtual supermarket of over 1000 healthy retail foods. Contains food reviews, tip sheets, health professional newsletter, and educational resources.
Seasoned Cooking: Cyber Food
seasoned.com
Review article about various places on the web to find food and cooking information.
Vitamin E
ohioline.osu.edu
Ohio State University Extension fact sheet bout this fat-soluble vitamin, explains which foods will help you meet your daily requirement, and the effects it has on the body.
Calcium
ohioline.osu.edu
Fact sheet explaining which foods are a good source of this mineral used for building bones and teeth, and in maintaining bone strength. From University of Ohio Extension (United States).
Shigella: An Infectious Foodborne Illness
ohioline.osu.edu
Fact sheet from Ohio State University Extension about this germ which causes an infectious disease.
The Consumer Gateway: Food
consumer.gov.uk
The Consumer Gateway is a UK Government site providing information and links to sources of further advice on issues of concern to general consumers
Cupboard Storage
ohioline.osu.edu
Ohio State University Extension fact sheet with basic information provided to increase your food storage "know how".
CSPI - Center for Science in the Public Interest
cspinet.org
The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) is a nonprofit education and advocacy organization that focuses on improving the safety and nutritional quality of our food supply.
Red Food Coloring
burkesbackyard.com.au
A fact sheet offering basic information on red colored foods, and offering ways to avoid it. From the Australian television program Burke's Backyard.
Food Safety.gov
foodsafety.gov
Provides links to US Government information for consumers and producers, educational material, alerts, and reporting of illnesses and problems.
Greenline -The Summertime Rules
urbanext.uiuc.edu
In the summertime foods can quickly reach the "danger zone." This fact sheet will provide you with tips to help prevent this from happening. From University of Illinois Extension.
Go South for Quality Produce from the U.S.
gosouthproduce.com
Consumer, grower and shipper information from the Southern United States Trade Association (SUSTA). Recipes and produce nutrition, storage and quick tips.
Consumer Guide to Purchasing Saffron
saffron.com
Guide to help cooks, chefs and consumers become familiar with saffron. Includes glossary, purchasing tips, and recipes.
Food Safety Today
foodsafetytoday.com
Summaries of news stories, publications and free fact sheets. [Requires subscription for full access.]
Vitamin A
ohioline.osu.edu
Ohio State University Extension fact sheet explaining the role of this vitamin and which foods are a good source for it.
Pace Foods
PaceFoods.com
Discover recipes using Pace salsa, picante sauce, and queso. Find out about current promotions. Learn about all the different flavors of Pace products.
Food and Drink Federation
fdf.org.uk
Body representing the UK food and drink manufacturing industry. FDF works with government, NGOs and consumers to develop industry positions on issues and renew confidence in the food chain.
National Directory of Fruit Stands and Farmers' Markets
fruitstands.com
Directory of fruit stands and farmers' markets across the US. Includes addresses, e-mail, and hours of operation.
Additives
foodag.com
Food additives guide along with a section called "recipes" where listed are the additives found in every day foods.
FoodRoutes - Where does your food come from?
foodroutes.org
Discusses advantages of buying from local sources and community level map.
Seasoned Cooking: Food on the Web
seasoned.com
A review of SOAR, the Searchable Online Archive of Recipes.
Texas Technical University: Food Safety
foodsafety.ttu.edu
Compiled by Dr. Mindy Brashears, gives information for consumers and the industry regarding various food safety issues, and scientific references.
Foodfitness
foodfitness.org.uk
The Food and Drink Federation represents and promotes the interests of food and drink manufacturers. Healthy lifestyle tips, self assessment forms, and links to additional information and resources.
Two Dips Ice Cream Tasters
2dips.com
Offers ratings and reviews on a variety of ice cream products.
Foodlink
foodlink.org.uk
Food safety guide includes causes of food poisoning, good kitchen and personal hygiene, and proper food storage and handling.
Bottled Water Web
bottledwaterweb.com
Includes forum, FAQs, glossary, resources, articles, regulations, new products and statistics.
Food Safety Project
extension.iastate.edu
Provides information on food safety and quality. From Iowa State University Extension.
Folate (Folacin, Folic Acid)
ohioline.osu.edu
This fact sheet from Ohio State University Extension contains information to help you select foods that provide adequate daily amounts of folic acid.
Life in the Fast Food Lane
ohioline.osu.edu
Fact sheet from Ohio State University Extension, on fast foods and how to make wise choices for healthier eating.
Magnesium
ohioline.osu.edu
This fact sheet explains the role of magnesium in the body, and which foods we should eat to get an adequate daily amount.
The BevNET's World Famous Beverage Reviews
bevnet.com
Over one thousand products reviewed, even discontinued ones.
Food Query
foodquery.co.uk
Independent advice service for the food industry and its consumers. Covers topics of food hygiene and microbiology, food poisoning, nutrition, production efficiency, employment, hotel management, accommodation, food and beverage service providers. Includes food query form.
Fed up with Food Additives
fedupwithfoodadditives.info
Provides information about the effects of food on behaviour, health and learning in both children and adults and offers support for families using the low chemical elimination diet - free of additives, low in salicylates, amines and flavour enhancers (FAILSAFE). Includes newsletters, articles, fact sheets, recipes and support groups.
ChooseMargarine.com
choosemargarine.com
Offers nutritional information and comparisons of margarine and butter.
Seasoned Cooking: Home Cooking
seasoned.com
A review of the About.com site for the site also called Home Cooking.
The Food Domain: A Comprehensive Resource
fooddomain.msu.edu
Directory of factsheets and resources from Michigan State University.
SoyProducts.com
soyproducts.com
Provides information on soy products and the companies that sell them.
Foods and Nutrition
ianrpubs.unl.edu
Large collection of articles on food safety, safe food handling, nutrition, meat storage guidelines and many other food related issues. From Nebraska Cooperative Extension.
I Ate A Pie
iateapie.net
Blog that reviews diet food i.e. anything 'light', reduced fat, fat free, sugar free, low carb etc.
Dairy Food Safety
vmtrc.ucdavis.edu
Directory of resources on the subject.
California Cling Peaches
calclingpeach.com
Nutrition information, fruit tips, recipes, industry facts, orchard history, and links for consumers, school and foodservice, kids, and dietitians. Includes newsletters, art, and educational information.
What You Need to Know About Mercury in Fish and Shellfish
cfsan.fda.gov
United States Food and Drug Administration advisory. Contains links to additional information including a table showing mercury levels in commercial fish and shellfish.
Just Say Yes to Fruits and Vegetables
jsyfruitveggies.org
Dedicated to improving the health and nutritional status of food stamp populations in New York State. Offers consumer purchasing information, food safety and preparation tips, recipes, and event calendar.
Food Information (multilingual)
food-info.net
Information on food production, food safety, additives, ingredients and other topics. With extensive FAQ (over 300 questions). In 12 languages, by 2005 in all European languages.
HealthCastle.com
healthcastle.com
Offers nutrition tips, book recommendations, and a vitamin and mineral guide. Discussion forum with questions answered by dietitians online.
Food Safety Risk Analysis Clearinghouse
foodriskclearinghouse.umd.edu
Data, tutorials, tools, and links to numerous sources of information for professionals and consumers.
UK Food Guide
ukfoodguide.net
Information on all types of additives and E numbers used in both the manufacture and preservation of foodstuffs, chemicals used to grow food, and the effects that these substances have upon people and their environment.
National Food Safety Database
foodsafety.ifas.ufl.edu
Directory of factsheets and other resources on food safety and nutrition.
Food Glorious Food
foodgloriousfood.ie
Provides a way to assess diet, understand the food pyramid, and learn about healthy eating. Includes recipes, a true/false quiz, and games. From the Irish Food Board.
Selecting a Fresh Pineapple
agrss.sherman.hawaii.edu
A guide to which pineapples to select, and tips to know when they are ready.
Straightforward Guide to Food Additives
straightforward.se
Offers information on common food additives, food additive categories, uses and dangers.
Food additives
topcat.iit.bme.hu
Includes list of E-numbers, categorized by name, by number and by adverse effect. [Hungarian and English]
Acu-Cell: Chocolate
acu-cell.com
Takes a critical look at "Chocolate-Is-Good-For-You" campaigns and dispels some of the health benefit myths.
Consumer Freedom
consumerfreedom.com
Satirical site run by coalition of restaurant and tavern operators objecting to effect that environmentalists, animal rights activitists, and health food activists have on food selection and presentation in restaurants and taverns.