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Provides information on food safety and quality. From Iowa State University Extension.
http://www.extension.iastate.edu/foodsafety/
Summaries of news stories, publications and free fact sheets. [Requires subscription for full access.]
http://www.foodsafetytoday.com/
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.
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Center for Science in the Public Interest Take advantage of our special introductory offer and get big savings off the regular price of the award-winning Nutrition Action Healthletter. October 2005 Squash Season! Four Delicious Recipes for Fall's Nutrition Powerhouse Hook, Line and...Directory of fruit stands and farmers' markets across the US. Includes addresses, e-mail, and hours of operation.
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Farmers Market and Fruit Stands National Directory of Farmers Markets and Fruit Stands National Directory of Fruit Stands and Farmers Markets Newly Updated OR CLICK ON YOUR STATE BELOW. Alabama Illinois Montana Rhode Island Alaska Indiana Nebraska South Carolina Arizona Iowa Nevada South Dakota Arkansas Kansas New Hampshire...Fact sheet from Ohio State University Extension about this germ which causes an infectious disease.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5563.html
Ohio State University Extension fact sheet explaining the role of this vitamin and which foods are a good source for it.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5551.html
Online database of over 6,800 foods covering their nutrient contents.
http://www.elook.org/nutrition/
Food additives guide along with a section called "recipes" where listed are the additives found in every day foods.
http://www.foodag.com/
Provides links to US Government information for consumers and producers, educational material, alerts, and reporting of illnesses and problems.
http://www.foodsafety.gov/
A review of SOAR, the Searchable Online Archive of Recipes.
http://www.seasoned.com/issues/200004/f.fw.p1.html
Dedicated to all beverages and products that contain caffeine.
http://aomt.netmegs.com/
A review of the About.com site for the site also called Home Cooking.
http://www.seasoned.com/issues/200006/f.fw.p1.html
Review of the food and cooking site, FoodGeeks.com.
http://www.seasoned.com/issues/200009/f.fw.p1.html
Review article about various places on the web to find food and cooking information.
http://www.seasoned.com/issues/199808/f.cf.p1.html
Over one thousand products reviewed, even discontinued ones.
http://www.bevnet.com/reviews/
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).
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5552.html
This fact sheet from Ohio State University Extension contains information to help you select foods that provide adequate daily amounts of folic acid.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5553.html
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.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5554.html
Information on the British symbol of food safety, animal welfare, and care for the environment.
http://www.littleredtractor.org.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
http://www.consumer.gov.uk/consumer_web/food.htm
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).
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5557.html
This fact sheet explains the role of magnesium in the body, and which foods we should eat to get an adequate daily amount.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5558.html
Ohio State University Extension fact sheet with basic information provided to increase your food storage "know how".
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5401.html
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.
http://www.urbanext.uiuc.edu/greenline/97v2/gl9705.11.html
Fact sheet from Ohio State University Extension, on fast foods and how to make wise choices for healthier eating.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5555.html
A fact sheet offering basic information on red colored foods, and offering ways to avoid it. From the Australian television program Burke's Backyard.
http://www.burkesbackyard.com.au...s/2000/recipes/redcolour_15.html
Discover recipes using Pace salsa, picante sauce, and queso. Find out about current promotions. Learn about all the different flavors of Pace products.
http://www.PaceFoods.com/
Offers information on the Foot and Mouth disease.
http://www.porkscience.org/dispTopicOverview.asp?TID=71
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.
http://www.easynet.co.uk/ifst/hottop.htm
Consumer, grower and shipper information from the Southern United States Trade Association (SUSTA). Recipes and produce nutrition, storage and quick tips.
http://www.gosouthproduce.com
Guide to help cooks, chefs and consumers become familiar with saffron. Includes glossary, purchasing tips, and recipes.
http://saffron.com/cons_guide.html
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
http://www.euro.who.int/foodsafety
Describes the types used, prescribed limits, risks to health, and regulatory framework.
http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/food/
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.
http://www.foodfitness.org.uk/
Food safety guide includes causes of food poisoning, good kitchen and personal hygiene, and proper food storage and handling.
http://www.foodlink.org.uk/
Compiled by Dr. Mindy Brashears, gives information for consumers and the industry regarding various food safety issues, and scientific references.
http://www.foodsafety.ttu.edu/
India consumer exchange contains reviews and tips on food, beverages, and restaurants.
http://www.mouthshut.com/fooddrinks/index.html
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.
http://www.calclingpeach.com
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.
http://www.foodgloriousfood.ie
Takes a critical look at "Chocolate-Is-Good-For-You" campaigns and dispels some of the health benefit myths.
http://www.acu-cell.com/choc.html
Provides information on soy products and the companies that sell them.
http://www.soyproducts.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.
http://www.ConsumerFreedom.com/
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.
http://www.ukfoodguide.net
Includes list of E-numbers, categorized by name, by number and by adverse effect. [Hungarian and English]
http://topcat.iit.bme.hu/~joker/eec/index_eng.html
Includes forum, FAQs, glossary, resources, articles, regulations, new products and statistics.
http://www.bottledwaterweb.com/
Discusses bottled water vs. filtered water and compares water filter brands.
http://www.bottledwaterblues.com
Discusses advantages of buying from local sources and community level map.
http://www.foodroutes.org
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.
http://www.foodquery.co.uk
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.
http://www.food-info.net
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.
http://www.fedupwithfoodadditives.info/
Directory of factsheets on nutrition and food safety.
http://www.pueblo.gsa.gov/food.htm
Directory of articles, press releases, and information sources.
http://www.foodsafetynetwork.ca/
Directory of factsheets and other resources on food safety and nutrition.
http://foodsafety.ifas.ufl.edu/indexNFSDB.htm
Directory of factsheets and resources from Michigan State University.
http://www.fooddomain.msu.edu/consumerinfo.htm
Data, tutorials, tools, and links to numerous sources of information for professionals and consumers.
http://www.foodriskclearinghouse.umd.edu/
Directory of resources on the subject.
http://www.vmtrc.ucdavis.edu/dfs/dfs.html
United States Food and Drug Administration advisory. Contains links to additional information including a table showing mercury levels in commercial fish and shellfish.
http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/admehg3.html
Information about storage, preparation and handling of beef, pork, turkey and chicken from the Arizona Barbeque Association.
http://www.azbbqa.com/meat_safety_begins_here.htm
Information about the foods we should eat and why, how to select the best, store and prepare.
http://www.wholehealthmd.com/ref...lf/items_index/1,1538,FO,00.html
A guide to which pineapples to select, and tips to know when they are ready.
http://agrss.sherman.hawaii.edu/pineapple/pineripe.htm
Large collection of articles on food safety, safe food handling, nutrition, meat storage guidelines and many other food related issues. From Nebraska Cooperative Extension.
http://ianrpubs.unl.edu/foods/
Offers ratings and reviews on a variety of ice cream products.
http://www.2dips.com
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.
http://www.jsyfruitveggies.org/
Provides market, nutritional, and educational information to consumers, produce growers, and produce buyers. Includes FAQ, lesson plans, and recipes.
http://www.leafy-greens.org/
Offers nutritional information and comparisons of margarine and butter.
http://www.choosemargarine.com
Compares fat content such as saturated fats and trans fats in butter and margarine.
http://www.healthcastle.com/butter-or-margarine.shtml
Offers information on common food additives, food additive categories, uses and dangers.
http://www.straightforward.se/food_additives/