Risk Perceptions – Coronavirus A Case Study
In this post, we’ll explore risk perceptions and how our opinions may not match the actual risk.
Updated: April 10, 2020
In previous posts, we’ve explored
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Everyday Toxicology – Digging deeper: The dose makes the poison & the cure
Last week, we discussed how a dose of the correct medication can help someone and how improper dosage can cause harm. In this post, we’ll take a more in-depth look at some of the examples we encounter.
We covered primary and secondary…
Everyday Toxicology – The dose makes the poison & the cure
In this post, we'll cover the basics in ensuring you're taking the correct doses to get the maximum benefit.
Last week we covered water can be toxic when consumed in high enough quantities.
A medication that can help us can also poison us if we consume…
Everyday Toxicology – Dose & Dose-Rate
As winter colds make the rounds and more people are taking medications, let’s take a moment to discuss dosage, dose-rates, and why it’s essential to take medications as directed to receive the optimal benefits.
What is a dose?
A dose is a measured…
Getting the science right – hair dye & chemical straightening products as a case study
In this post, we'll dig into the facts around hair dye and chemical hair straighteners.
While it's easy to get caught up in clickbait headlines about the latest scientific breakthroughs that can fill us with fear and anxiety, it's essential to take…
Natural & Artificial Flavors
What is flavor? In this series, we will explore different sources of flavors. In this post, we explore natural & artificial flavors.
How are flavors created?
As we’ve covered in a
Spices
What is flavor? In this series, we will explore different sources of flavors. In this post, we explore spices.
What are spices?
Thanksgiving
Stay safe this Thanksgiving with some food safety dos and don’ts.
Updated: November 25, 2024
As many of us prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving, here are some important food safety tips to ensure everyone enjoys a healthy and safe holiday.
Food safety dos
Cook your…
Flavor Overview
What is a flavor? In this series, we will explore different sources of flavors. In this post, we provide a high-level overview of flavors.
What is flavor?
Flavors are the sensory impressions you experience when consuming foods and beverages. These impressions are formed…
Sugar Alcohols
In this series, we explore sweeteners. In this post, we cover common sugar alcohols.
Updated October 30, 2023
What are sugar alcohols?
Sugar alcohols are compounds derived from food products such as gummy bears, chewing gum, frosting, dairy desserts, and more.
What kinds of sugar alcohols exist?
The most go.msu.edu/cris-idea