#Food Safety

An overview of popular honey varieties, scientific facts about crystallization, storage rules, and quality verification from expert sources.

Experts explained why wild mushrooms spoil quickly after harvesting, what mistakes mushroom pickers make during storage, and how to properly prolong their freshness.

An analysis of why mushroom flesh changes color when cut. Explaining blueing and blackening in edible and poisonous species and reliability of the trait.

Learn which foods spoil first during power outages, how long a fridge holds the cold, and how to safely salvage your household supplies.

Analysis of why wild mushrooms become bitter after cooking, descriptions of the bitter bolete, and official safety guidelines.

Experts explain how long to boil porcini mushrooms, chanterelles, and honey fungi in the 2026 season, and remind about sorting and safety rules when gathering forest yields.

An analysis of major mistakes when boiling wild mushrooms: why prolonged boiling does not save from toxins, when to drain water, and how to avoid poisoning.

Before heading into the forest, remember: worms in a mushroom do not prove its edibility, and drought increases toxin concentration. We break down the lesser-known rules of safe quiet hunting.

From September 1, 2026, all students of communal schools in Ukraine will receive free hot meals. RBC-Ukraine, citing the State Service for Food Safety and Consumer Protection, explained who compiles the four-week seasonal menu, how it is approved and coordinated, and who is responsible for ensuring that the actual diet matches the approved plan.

Namelaka confectionery on Holosha Vasylkivska Street in Kyiv has suspended operations: 27 staff members reported feeling unwell, and salmonella was laboratory-confirmed in two of them. The source of infection is being investigated.

Following a scandal over raw vegetables served at a school lunch in Chernivtsi, Ukraine's Cabinet of Ministers ordered unscheduled inspections of meals in all schools in the country. This was announced by Prime Minister Serhiy Hordiienko.

The home canning season is in full swing: a food blogger shares an unusual recipe for preserving tomatoes with plums. We break down the marinade composition, sterilization, and the safety of the pits.

Styler, citing food blogger Ptashka Nadia, explains how to preserve sweet peppers for winter so they stay meaty: the key is boiling for no more than 6 minutes, plus garlic, spices, and vinegar in each jar.

In Kangbao County (Hebei Province, PRC), the illegal use of formaldehyde to preserve cabbage has been confirmed. Police have detained the suspects, and authorities are conducting comprehensive inspections of the supply chain.

🥒 The canning season is in full swing! Styler experts named 5 fatal mistakes that cause canned food to spoil or become dangerous. From incorrect salt to microscopic spots of rot — find out how to avoid botulism and preserve your harvest until winter. #canning #preserves #health #Styler

🚨 Critical Recall in the US: 19 million eggs recalled due to risk of bacterial contamination. FDA assigned the incident the highest danger level (Class I). 6 states affected, including Texas and Oklahoma. Check your supplies! 🥚🚫 #FDA #Safety #Eggs

🥒 The preserving season is in full swing, but mistakes can cost your health! Experts have named 4 ingredients that should not be added to jars: iodized salt, aspirin, damaged vegetables, and tap water. Find out why crunchy cucumbers become soft and how to avoid botulism. 🍅 #canning #preserves #health #kitchen #tips

⚠️ Canning Season 2026: Which Jars Are Dangerous for Health? Styler experts warn: even the perfect recipe won't save your preserves if the wrong container is chosen. 🔥 Why you cannot use: — Jars with micro-cracks and chips (risk of explosion). — Thin glass for dry goods (won't withstand boiling water). — Jars with damaged threads (no vacuum). — Containers with ingrained odors or chemicals. Take care of yourself and check jars before canning! 🥒🍅 #canning #preserves #safety #kitchen #tips