Effect of excess intake of food supplements
What are food supplements? Food supplements are products that are intended to supplement the diet and provide nutrients that may be missing or in…
Food safety
What are biofilms?
Biofilms are thin layers of microorganisms that adhere to a surface and form a community. They are found in many different environments, including on…
How can you assure food safety?
Ensuring food safety is of paramount importance to protect consumers from foodborne illnesses and maintain public health. It involves implementing measures throughout the food…
Toxic contaminants potentially present in fresh fruit juices
Toxic contaminants can pose a risk in fresh fruit juices if proper precautions are not taken during production, processing, or storage. Toxic contaminants in…
What you need to know about Clostridium botulinum toxin production
What is Clostridium botulinum Clostridium botulinum are Gram-positive, rod-shaped, anaerobic, spore-forming, motile bacteria with the ability to produce a neurotoxin. These bacteria are common…
Dulcitol – sugar fermetation test
Dulcitol is also known as Galactitol, a sugar alcohol derived through reduction of galactose. Aim of the test The purpose of dulcitol fermentation test in…
The safe food imperative
The safe food imperative compels us to prioritize food safety at every stage of the food system, from production to consumption, in order to…
Antibiotic residues: How contaminated is our food in Kenya?
All food of animal origin may be potentially contaminated with antibiotic residues. Although meat and eggs may be contaminated with antibiotic residues [26-28], very…
The role of consumers in assuring food safety
Consumers play a crucial role in assuring food safety by being informed, vigilant, and proactive in their choices and actions. Consumers are entitled to…
The role of the regulatory bodies in assuring food quality and safety
Regulatory bodies play a critical role in assuring food quality and safety by establishing and enforcing standards, conducting inspections, and implementing regulations to protect…