Food Safety

Lital Barkan purchased a package of chicken fillet at a Rami Levy branch for a family meal, only to discover an insect embedded inside the meat. The supermarket chain referred her to the A-T Group slaughterhouse, which denied responsibility. The Ministry of Health has launched an investigation into the incident.

Sushi, sashimi, and canned food lovers might find it hard to digest the following findings: a new study published in the scientific journal Ocean and Coastal Research reveals that one of the most common and best-selling tuna species in the world is swimming while infested with parasitic worms. A team of researchers from the Federal University of Santa Catarina in southern Brazil analyzed 53 tuna...

Uri from Netanya bought a fried eggplant salad of the Marrakech brand at a supermarket, felt something crispy in his mouth and immediately realized it was an insect. He contacted the Salatei Shamir company, the supermarket, and the Ministry of Health, but according to him, no one bothered to get back to him. Salatei Shamir stated that such complaints are rare at the factory and that compensation...

Gad Dairies has announced a voluntary recall of Camembert cheese after testing by the French manufacturer identified the presence of Listeria monocytogenes. Consumers are advised not to consume products from the affected batch.

Ahead of Rosh Hashanah, a plethora of videos are popping up promising to reveal within seconds if honey is real or fake, meaning diluted with various industrial syrups. But the truth is that no such test checks what is really important. So how can you (almost) ensure you purchased pure bee honey? Only this way.

The Ministry of Agriculture reports that over 1.2 tons of smuggled meat and small livestock from "black" slaughter were seized in the north. A senior official at the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security clarifies: "Meat should be purchased only at authorized and supervised businesses."

The Ministry of Health has issued an urgent warning against consuming Njoy and Joicy soft drinks. The move follows the discovery of an unlicensed production facility in Tira operating under severe sanitary violations.

During an inspection at a butcher shop, severe deficiencies were discovered, including the sale of expired products and the illegal freezing of fresh meat. The Ministry of Health calls on customers to dispose of the products immediately.

Top Chef Ltd. announces a voluntary recall of corn star packages from the "Chef HaTeva" brand. The reason: a consumer reported finding a metallic foreign object in the package - all the details you need to know.

Following a series of serious sanitary violations and failure to meet conditions set during May hearings, the District Health Office has issued an administrative order closing the "Tatam Tavin" business in Ashdod for 60 days.

The Ministry of Health ordered the immediate closure of "Ta'am Tavin" in Ashdod following inspections that found sanitary violations and production without licenses. Among the findings: a freezer at 9 degrees, lack of laboratory tests, and deficiencies in food control.

In samples of pesticide residues in fruits, vegetables, and spices across the country, it was found that most met the standard requirements, and in 41 crops, no deviations were found at all. 45.4% of the samples were found to be free of pesticide residues entirely.

Young customers at a Blinkit branch in Kalyan filmed a rodent near packaged products. The incident follows a series of sanitary inspections at quick-delivery facilities that resulted in license suspensions and corrective orders.

Products bearing the identification details of the company "Peer HaBasar VeHaOf Ltd." were found in marketing channels, but according to the company, they were not produced by them at all. The company has contacted the Ministry of Health, and the public is requested not to consume them.

A content creator decided to test what happens to McDonald's sandwiches at different stages of 'aging'. The extreme result has reignited the debate surrounding the composition of fast food and preservatives.

An outbreak of an intestinal illness linked to lettuce has evolved into a significant crisis across the U.S. food market. Despite reassurances from health officials, consumer anxiety is reshaping shopping habits, leading to declining sales in major chains while local farmers' markets experience a surge in demand.

Soglowek has announced a voluntary recall of its 150g "French-style cervelat" due to a missing back label containing allergen and nutritional information. The affected barcode is 7290109581590.

A joint inspection by the Ministry of Agriculture, the police, and the Tax Authority exposed a butcher shop with about 500 kg of meat without veterinary documentation. The business owner was questioned under caution and further proceedings are expected.

During a Ministry of Agriculture operation, approximately 500 kg of meat unfit for human consumption was seized at a butcher shop in Tamra. The products lacked required veterinary documentation, posing a significant health risk.

It turns out the kitchen sponge is the most bacteria-laden object in the house, carrying more germs than a toilet handle. Research shows that regular dish soap doesn't clean it, but simply redistributes bacteria.

In the United States, a large-scale outbreak of cyclosporiasis has been keeping health authorities busy in recent weeks. According to the CDC, since the beginning of May there have been reports of more than 1,600 laboratory-confirmed cases and more than 5,000 additional cases are under investigation. The FDA and the CDC are investigating a possible link to Iceberg Lettuce imported from Mexico.

Health authorities in the United States are investigating a salmonella outbreak suspected to be linked to eggs marketed in several states. Following the investigation, the FDA announced a recall of eggs from several batches produced by one company and called on the public not to consume the products included in the recall notice.

Did you put a package of ground meat in the freezer and forget about it for a few good months? Get a grip: the following data from the US Department of Agriculture is going to change your habits (and the Bolognese will be happy).

Following a routine inspection in Yokneam Illit, the Ministry of Health has urged the public to avoid the khat-leaf and fruit-based beverage GATRY. The ministry's investigation revealed that the manufacturer is unknown and the product violates Israeli food laws, which permit the consumption of khat leaves only in their natural form.

As part of a food reform aligning with European standards, a new obligation for risk management and self-control systems has come into effect for food manufacturers in Israel to prevent contamination and recalls.

In footage that has gone viral, a worker is seen being dragged inside a huge vat with 'soya chaap' batter while half-naked, alongside raw materials placed on the floor. While authorities have launched an official investigation to check the location and date of the filming, food experts warn of severe contamination and the industry is trying to calm the situation.

Comprehensive laboratory tests published by "Consumer Reports" have revealed that many cinnamon brands and spice blends exhibit abnormal levels of lead. This discovery has sparked deep concern among food safety experts and urgent calls for stricter regulatory standards.