Swedish authorities confirmed that under specific conditions, needles from Christmas trees can be consumed, following Belgium’s warning against eating them. The Belgian food safety authority cautioned that trees may have harmful chemicals. While Sweden aligns with Belgium’s stance, some local…
Thirteen dogs have died after chewing on dog chews manufactured by Barkoo, according to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA). Nearly fifty other dogs have fallen ill. The NVWA is investigating, suspecting a link between the chews…
Belgium’s food safety agency issued a public health warning against consuming Christmas trees, following suggestions from Ghent’s city website to recycle the trees into food products. The agency emphasized that Christmas trees are not intended for the food chain and…
The Hellenic Food Authority (EFET) has initiated a recall of frozen chicken patties produced by ‘Kotopoula Nafpaktou – Kontochristos’ due to the presence of the pathogen Salmonella spp. Consumers are advised not to consume the product, which has a production…
As the holiday season approaches, the Hellenic National Public Health Organization (ΕΟΔΥ) shares vital tips to prevent foodborne illnesses. Key advice includes keeping raw meats separate from other foods, cooking poultry and stuffing thoroughly, and ensuring safe food storage temperatures….
The French Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health Safety (Anses) recommends the mandatory enrichment of both white and whole wheat flour with folic acid to combat the insufficient Vitamin B9 intake among pregnant women, a key factor in preventing…
The Australian government has issued a travel warning for Fiji following reports of several tourists being hospitalized with suspected alcohol poisoning. Seven individuals, including four Australians and one American, fell ill after drinking cocktails at a five-star resort. The tourism…
Alissimon Minnitt discovered a colossal 5kg mushroom during a walk in Buckinghamshire, which provided meals for her family for an entire week. The aspiring musician utilized cooking tips from TikTok to prepare dishes like meatloaf and mushroom-based pizza. Although she…
More than 25 people were poisoned by carbon monoxide during a dinner held inside a large tent at a campsite in central Switzerland. The local police reported that many guests lost consciousness and experienced discomfort, leading to 17 individuals requiring…
The trial of Bovaer, a feed additive claimed to reduce methane emissions in dairy cows, has sparked widespread debate online in the UK. Protests include consumers pouring milk down sinks and toilets, alongside safety concerns about the additive’s compounds. While…
The World Beekeeping Awards will not present any prizes for honey next year due to fraud concerns in the global supply chain. Investigations revealed that a significant percentage of honey products, particularly in the UK, were suspected of being adulterated…
A Greek national was arrested by the Ioannina Security Directorate for violating food safety laws. During a routine check, authorities discovered and seized 32 containers of potentially counterfeit olive oil, each holding five liters, from the suspect’s vehicle. The case…
