FDA Allows Producers to Irradiate Spinach and Lettuce to Kill Germs
Irradiated spinach and lettuce are coming soon to a store near you!
In the name of food safety, the Food and Drug Administration will now allow producers of fresh spinach and iceberg lettuce to irradiate their products to kill germs.
Following in the wake of the recent E. coli and salmonella outbreaks from fresh produce, the FDA is announcing a new regulation that permits producers to use radiation to reduce bacteria content in spinach and lettuce.
Who ever thought that the term "bedhead" was referring to lettuce? Today we've got a tip for you that will bring a little more fun to your dinner's salad course. Need to dry a lot of lettuce? Use a pillowcase, of course!
