Diabetes strikes people of all ages. Approximately 11% of the U.S. population has the disease. Food safety, while important for everyone, is of particular concern for those with diabetes, as well as immuno-compromised individuals. Diabetes can affect various organs and systems of the body, causing them to function improperly. For...
Backyard Food Safety
During National Eat Outside Day on August 31, ACI encourages everyone to get some fresh air while enjoying a meal outside. Whether you’re throwing burgers on the grill or scooping up some chilled potato salad, it’s important on this day, and during every hot-weather cookout, to remember that food that...
Better Breakfasts: Donʼt Let Germs Join the Morning Rush
March is National Nutrition Month, the perfect time to re-evaluate that morning breakfast rush. While moms (okay, probably grandmoms) have always claimed it was the most important meal of the day, todayʼs grab-and-go generation often leave a good breakfast in the dust. Why bother with breakfast? There are many reasons...
Preventing Pests in the Pantry
Insects can find all the nourishment they need right in your home. To prevent infestations, take care of how you store and clean things in your kitchen and regularly inspect for unwelcome pests. Keep food storage areas clean. Spilled food should be cleaned up immediately. Cabinets and pantries should be...
