Food poisoning

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Sciences & Technology

From ‘honey laundering’ to fake free-range: food fraud costs billions

Deception in our food chains is on the rise and often hard to detect. Here are some things consumers can look for, but we still need earlier interventions

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Sciences & Technology

Mushrooms are delicious, but potentially deadly

Mushroom poisoning is a growing problem as people go foraging – the only really safe way to avoid it is to buy your mushrooms

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Sciences & Technology

Everyone has a part to play in food safety

This WHO World Food Safety Day reminds us that everyone is susceptible to food-borne disease, but we can all help prevent illness with a few simple steps

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Health & Medicine

How to avoid food poisoning this festive season

Food poisoning is a terrible way to ruin the holidays, but there are some simple steps to help you stay safe and enjoy your favourite foods

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