Bacteria and Archaea monitored in microbial risk management

Microbial Risk Assessment

January 30, 2019 smitsa 0

Microbial risk assessment (MRA) is a scientific method of analysis of the safety risks posed by pathogens in a complex food system. It determines the […]

Dry apple seeds on the white background. Used for making apple seed oil.

The Power Of Apple Seed Oil

January 30, 2019 smitsa 2

Apple seed oil is a fixed oil extracted from apple seeds. It is used for the medical and cosmetic purposes. Apple seeds have  high concentrations of protein and oil. […]

Gloved hands of a microbiologist writing in their note book about the findings of a pour plate.

Norovirus

January 28, 2019 smitsa 0

Norovirus is one of the most contagious bugs anyone can catch, sweeping through nations and leaving anyone who is affected decidedly unwell. It is the […]

Hops in a basket on a white background.

The Benefits Of Hops

January 22, 2019 smitsa 0

The benefits of hops have long been recognised for centuries. As a plant you may have seen it trailing and snaking over telegraph wires or […]

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The Goji Berry Is Here To Stay

January 22, 2019 smitsa 1

Goji berries or even Gou Qi Zi (Lycium barbarum L.;  Family: Solanaceae) in China have been used for many years in traditional Chinese herbal medicine to improve […]

Mamey sapote (Pouteria sapota) fruit cut in half on white background

Mamey Sapote

January 15, 2019 smitsa 0

Mamey Sapote is a not a commonly found fruit in the UK or indeed the USA. It is one of those fruits however which is […]

Toast with vegan spreads.

Veganuary

January 11, 2019 smitsa 0

A fascinating range of ready meals and products for the vegan is now available in the month of January, redubbed Veganuary. The idea is to […]

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Date Nectar

January 9, 2019 smitsa 1

Date nectar is possible the newest trending grocery product for 2019. Why ? It is a vegan alternative to honey. Date syrups are 100% natural […]

kefir strawberry smoothie in a straight glass with a strawberry garnish and straw on a wooden table.

Preparing Kefir

January 8, 2019 smitsa 0

Kefir is a fascinatingly complex fermented product which appears like a slightly fizzy yogurt.  The beverage has a strong following with those seeking a healthier […]