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This section contains 53 listings in 13 categories- − FAQ
General - Listing 3 of 3
Food Handling/Preparation - Listing 8 of 11 - show all
- Is it safe to leave perishable food out overnight on the counter?
19.feb.07 - Can I eat eggs that have a blood spot?
02.jan.07 - Is it safe to consume potatoes that have turned green?
29.nov.06 - How do I thaw my turkey safely?
24.nov.06 - Is it safe to refreeze raw meat?
23.nov.06 - Can a thawed food be used as an ingredient in another dish that is cooked and then frozen?
06.nov.06 - Can I eat raw eggs?
20.sep.06 - Is it safe for pregnant and breastfeeding women to consume soft cheeses?
30.aug.06
Food Storage - Listing 7 of 7
- Is it safe to eat food from dented cans?
16.feb.07 - What is the storage life of canned goods?
31.jan.07 - My freezer is full and there has been a power outage / blackout. Is the food safe to keep?
25.jan.07 - Can cheese/cheese slices be frozen?
12.oct.06 - How long can I store cooked vegetables in the refrigerator?
08.dec.05 - My infant is starting to drink homogenized (cow’s) milk. How long can I safely leave the bottle out of the fridge? Can I save part of a used bottle for another feeding?
23.sep.05 - How long can I store bottled ginger?
26.aug.05
Food Preservation - Listing 2 of 2
Labelling - Listing 1 of 1
- What is a best before date?
08.dec.06
Biotechnology - Listing 8 of 11 - show all
- Was L-Tryptophan the cause of the EMS outbreak?
15.sep.05 - Are GM foods labelled in Canada? How does this compare to other countries with labelling laws/policies on GM foods?
15.sep.05 - High oleic acid/low linolenic acid canola: can I have more information of this biotechnologically engineered product?
15.sep.05 - Can I get information on the modified gene in imidazolinone tolerant wheat?
15.sep.05 - Can you provide me with information on genetically modified crops permitted for food use in Canada and their prevalence?
28.jul.05 - Are there any genetically modified foods available on the market now that have been developed to have nutritional / health benefits for us?
10.dec.01 - What impact do GM foods have on permaculture?
08.nov.01 - What is the definition of genetically modified and genetically engineered foods?
08.nov.01
Organics - Listing 6 of 6
- Can you direct me to an international source of information on the safety of organic farming?
21.feb.07 - Do you have any information available regarding organic milk versus conventional milk?
21.feb.07 - Can a bio-engineered plant ever fit Canada's definition of organic?
21.feb.07 - Do you have any information on organic food?
21.feb.07 - Are organic foods pesticide-free?
21.feb.07 - Are organic foods safer to eat than conventional foods?
21.feb.07
Pesticides - Listing 1 of 1
Agriculture - Listing 2 of 2
Emerging Issues - Listing 2 of 2
Specific Product/Business - Listing 1 of 1
Sweeteners - Listing 4 of 4
- Will stevia act as a preservative?
12.feb.07 - What is stevia?
12.feb.07 - Are artificial sweeteners safe to use?
12.feb.07 - What is neotame? Is it approved for use?
12.feb.07