Seafood is a billion-dollar industry worldwide, feeding millions all over the world. However, behind this lucrative market lies an insidious problem: fish fraud. From mislabeling to willful misidentification of fish species, seafood fraud has very serious implications for consumer health, trust in the food chain, and marine ecosystem sustainability. The Rise of Fish Fraud and […]
In today’s world, food packaging has become a necessity to keep our food fresh and safe for a longer period of time. Behind the convenience of modern packaging, there’s an unseen risk: hidden chemicals migrating from packaging into food. These are called food contact chemicals (FCCs). Although packaging helps protect food in its journey to […]
In recent years, the agricultural sector has been under immense pressure to develop sustainable practices that ensure food security while preserving the environment. Two practices that have gained significant attention are regenerative agriculture and organic agriculture. Both aim to enhance the health of ecosystems and the quality of food production, but they approach these goals […]
Sustainability in the Seafood Industry: Reducing Waste with Fish-Tell Technology In an age where sustainability is a necessity, the seafood industry faces significant challenges in ensuring that the fish we consume is both fresh and responsibly sourced. The introduction of innovative technologies, such as Fish-Tell, is transforming the way we assess fish freshness and manage […]
Olive oil, a staple in kitchens worldwide, is not immune to the clutches of fraud and counterfeit practices. The attraction of premium olive oil has led to a surge in adulteration schemes, where producers dilute the oil with lower-grade oils or additives. This deceptive practice not only compromises the quality and authenticity of the product […]
In a world where people are increasingly cautious about their diets and about the food they eat, particularly when it comes to consuming fish, ensuring freshness is key. However, conventional methods of assessing freshness are often inadequate, leaving both consumers and retailers vulnerable to the risks of dealing with subpar products. That’s why we’re introducing […]
What do Allura Red, acrylamide, and atrazine have in common? (Aside from alliteration, of course). These three compounds are among the most prevalent within their class of chemicals and have gone under the consumer radar for years. Allura Red is the most popular red food dye; acrylamide can be found in the most popular carbohydrate-rich […]
Endocrine disruptors are chemicals that interfere with the hormones in our bodies. These chemicals are capable of increasing and decreasing hormone production, mimicking hormones, changing hormones from one type into another, and interfering with hormone signaling (Crisp, 1998). Through these various mechanisms, endocrine disruptors have been linked to adverse developmental, reproductive, neurological, and immune effects […]
In 2016, global per capita fish consumption hit 20kg for the first time. In 2019, the trend had not stopped and consumption reached 20.9kg, setting a new record. For the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the increase in per capita consumption of fish is the result of the development of aquaculture and of a general […]
The food industry has a long history with food dyes, both synthetic and nature-derived. They are widely used because humans eat with their eyes. It’s important, however, to question and evaluate the safety of these synthetic food dyes. There are examples of food dyes widely used for years, then banned due to negative health effects, […]
