University of California
University of California: Lloyd Augustus Hall: Chemist and Inventor
Brief summary of Hall's inventions and contributions to science.
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Polk Brothers Foundation Center for Urban Education at DePaul University
De Paul University: Center for Urban Education: Plants and Food [Pdf]
"Plants and Food" is a one page, nonfiction passage about plant foods and the importance of knowing what plants are safe to eat and how to prevent food from spoiling. It is followed by questions which require students to provide evidence...
Internet FAQ Archive
Faq Archives: Nutrition and Well Being a to Z: Biotechnology
This is a fascinating site that presents an overview of genetic engineering. It discusses concerns with food production and labeling, and global health with biotechnology.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Are Food Preservatives Bad for You?
Food doesn't last. In days, sometimes hours, bread goes moldy, apple slices turn brown, and bacteria multiply in mayonnaise. But you can find all of these foods out on the shelf at the grocery store thanks to preservatives. But what...
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Should We Eat Bugs?
What's tasty, abundant and high in protein? Bugs! Although less common outside the tropics, entomophagy, the practice of eating bugs, was once extremely widespread throughout cultures. Insects hold promise for food security and the...
Other
Pittsburgh Post Gazette: Listeria Prompts Usda Warning
Article describing how listeria cases and outbreaks prompted the USDA to issue warning labels on certain foods. Foods highlighted include hot dogs and lunch meats. Gives details on cases and prevention steps.
Other
Virginia State Department of Agriculture/consumer Sciences: About Food Poisoning
This site about food poisoning discusses Staphylococcus Aureus - what it is, where the common sources of "staph" are, common symptoms, and what can be done to prevent contamination and infection.
Other
Nutrition.gov
This is a comprehensive resource for information pertaining to health, nutrition and well being. Explore this site to learn more about food safety, food facts, health management and more.
Frostburg State University
General Chemistry Online: The Poisoned Needle
A strange bird phenomenon first occurred in a small California town in 1961. Uncover how separation technologies were used to solve the amnesic shellfish poisoning mystery.
Curated OER
Kids Health: Botulism
Botulism is a serious cause of food poisoning. Luckily, it is not very common, but you should know the symptoms, causes, and treatment. From KidsHealth.
Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic: Food and Nutrition Center
This website provides a wide array of nutritional information. Included are articles on food and food groups, the connection between health and food, and healthy eating choices.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: Harmful Bacteria
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] With so many species of bacteria, some are bound to be harmful. Harmful bacteria can make you sick. They can also ruin food and be used to hurt people. Learn more...
New York State Dept. of Health
New York State Dept. Of Health: Trichinosis
Answers to the most common questions about trichinosis. From what is it, to ways to prevent it.
New York State Dept. of Health
New York State Health Dept.: Hepatitis a & Food Service
A fact sheet about Hepatitis A with a focus on food service workers and personal hygiene practices.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Shigella Shigellosis
The basic facts about shigellosis. Covers causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention.
Other
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: Eat Right: Home Food Safety
Click on the cutting board to gain more information on the nine tips presented for handling food safely.
US Department of Agriculture
Food Safety and Inspection Service: Problems With Food Products
Learn what steps to take when you have a problem with a food product.
US Department of Agriculture
Usda: Dangers of Buffets
Buffets can be breeding grounds for germs causing foodborne illness. Clostridium Perfringens is commonly referred to as "cafeteria germ" due to prolonged exposure at incorrect temperatures. Read how to protect yourself.
US Department of Agriculture
Usda: Safe Food Handling: Food Safety While Hiking, Camping & Boating
Everything you need to know about food safety for the outdoors. What to bring and not to bring, cooking at camp, keeping foods at the right temperatures and much more!
US Food and Drug Administration
Fda/bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy
Overview and background information on BSE in the U.K. Also includes steps taken in the U.S. to reduce risks.
Other
Still Tasty: Keep It or Toss It
A visually rich database of common food items that can be searched by name or by category, with information about how long each item will last and under what storage conditions. Tips on the best methods of storage are also provided.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Trichinellosis
Information is provided about Trichinellosis, such as causes, features, diagnosis and treatment.
Texas A&M University
Texas A&m Agrilife Extension: Bacterial Food Poisoning
Article that discusses the most common causes of bacterial food poisoning; among these is Staphylococcus Aureus. Staph is discussed individually, with specific information. Also general info is given as to how to prevent bacterial...
Other
Partnership for Food Safety Education: Fight Bac!
Provides guidelines for safe food handling, as well as information on foodborne illnesses, including causes, symptoms, and impact on society, and downloadable materials through which teachers can teach and promote food safety in homes,...