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Pasteurization

November 18, 2024 - Trending

We’ve seen a lot of conversation and confusion around pasteurization and how it’s used in a food safety setting. In this blog post, we take a look at pasteurization. Top takeaways: Pasteurization is a heat treatment that ensures food and beverage safety…

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Seed Oils – What’s the Risk?

November 11, 2024 - Cooking Oils What's The Risk?

We’ve seen concerns about seed oil pickup in recent weeks. In this post, we look at the risks associated with seed oils. What are seed oils? Oils are lipids (fats) made from plants, animals, or synthetic compounds consumed and frequently used when frying,…

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Sugar and Sweetener: Common Questions

October 28, 2024 - Community Request Sweetener

As many people prepare to celebrate Halloween, we answer some common questions on sugar and sweeteners circulating on the Internet. Top takeaways: Natural, artificial, and traditional sweeteners are safe when consumed in moderation. Paying attention to serving sizes helps you enjoy sweeteners…

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Science Symposium: Plastic Recycling

October 14, 2024 - 2024 Science Symposium Packaging

If you couldn’t make it to the 2024 Science Symposium focused on plastic recycling and chemical contaminates in recycled plastic, don’t worry! You can still catch up on all the insightful sessions. Most are now available for you to watch below…

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Botanicals

Elisabeth Anderson

October 7, 2024 - Product Ingredients Update

In this post, we take another look at botanical ingredients. Top takeaways: Botanical preparations are supplements, not medicines. Look for products certified by independent labs for quality assurance. Consult your healthcare provider before using botanicals, especially with medications. What are botanicals? (CARBON) program is actively…

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Gelatin

Elisabeth Anderson

September 16, 2024 - Trending

Ever wonder how gummy worms, marshmallows, and fruit snacks maintain their shape ? In this blog post, we explore gelatin. What is gelatin? Gelatin is a colorless, flavorless substance derived from animal collagen, primarily sourced from the skin, bones, and connective tissues of…

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Pectin

Elisabeth Anderson

September 9, 2024 - In The News

Ever wonder how jam, jelly, and other sweets get their thick texture? In this blog post, we explore pectin. What is pectin? Pectin is a naturally occurring substance found in the cell walls of fruits and vegetables. Some fruits are naturally richer in pectin…

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2024 Science Symposium – Plastic Recycling & Chemical Contaminates in Recycled Plastic

Elisabeth Anderson

August 26, 2024 - 2024 Science Symposium

UPDATE: If you couldn’t make it to the 2024 Science Symposium focused on plastic recycling and chemical contaminates in recycled plastic, don’t worry! You can still catch up on all the insightful sessions. Most are now archived and available for you…

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Pesticide Residue Safety

Elisabeth Anderson

August 19, 2024 - In The News

Are pesticide residues dangerous? In this post, we look at pesticide residue safety. What are pesticides? A pesticide is a broad term used to describe natural and synthetic chemicals (remember, everything is a 2). Additionally, we do not have the agricultural capacity to feed the…

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Community Request – Mineral Oil

Elisabeth Anderson, Joe Zagorski

August 5, 2024 - Community Request

In this community request, we look at mineral oil, an ingredient found in cosmetics, foods, household products, and pharmaceuticals: mineral oil. What is mineral oil? Mineral oil is a clear, odorless oil derived from petroleum. When crude oil is distilled to produce gasoline and…

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