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Food
Yes, food can go down the wrong pipe
Food
Yes, there is a recall on frozen organic strawberries
Frozen organic strawberries sold at stores like Trader Joe’s, Aldi and Costco have been recalled due to a hepatitis A outbreak. Here’s what you should know.
Scams
No, Oprah isn’t selling or endorsing weight loss gummies
Scammers commonly promote products that have “miracle” cosmetic or health benefits using fake celebrity endorsements.
Food
Yes, the same Girl Scout cookies have different names in different places
There’s a reason why some people get Samoas and others get Caramel deLites.
Food
Yes, Girl Scout Cookies are different based on where you live
Who makes Girl Scout cookies? Local Girl Scout councils pick either ABC Bakers or Little Brownie Bakers to make your Thin Mints, Trefoils and more.
Money
Extra SNAP benefits given during the pandemic will not continue in March
We VERIFY what SNAP recipients should know now that pandemic emergency allotments are ending.
Food
Yes, millions of Cosori air fryers have been recalled due to fire and burn risks
Certain models of Cosori brand air fryers have been recalled in the U.S., Canada and Mexico because their wire connections can overheat and cause a fire risk.
Food
Claim that coffee pods are better for the environment than other brewing methods needs context
Zach asked VERIFY what’s more environmentally friendly — single-use coffee pods or more traditional brewing methods. The answer depends on these factors.
Food
Understanding Super Bowl Sunday food safety | Expert Interview with Meredith Carothers
Meredith Carothers of the USDA breaks down food safety tips for Super Bowl Sunday, what’s safe to eat and when.
Food
5 Super Bowl food safety Fast Facts
Super Bowl Sunday is one of the top food events of the year — but a lot of those snacks could make you sick if you’re not careful. Here are 5 tips to keep you safe.
Health
No, scientists didn’t warn people that eating eggs causes blood clots
An online article misrepresents a 2017 Cleveland Clinic study about a nutrient found in eggs. Here’s what the research actually says.
Food
No, scientists didn’t warn people that eating eggs causes blood clots
Scientists did not find a link between eating eggs and blood clots. An online article misrepresents a Cleveland Clinic study.
Food
Yes, there is a recall on frozen organic strawberries
Frozen organic strawberries sold at stores like Trader Joe’s, Aldi and Costco have been recalled due to a hepatitis A outbreak. Here’s what you should know.
Scams
No, Oprah isn’t selling or endorsing weight loss gummies
Scammers commonly promote products that have “miracle” cosmetic or health benefits using fake celebrity endorsements.
Food
Yes, the same Girl Scout cookies have different names in different places
There’s a reason why some people get Samoas and others get Caramel deLites.
Food
Yes, Girl Scout Cookies are different based on where you live
Who makes Girl Scout cookies? Local Girl Scout councils pick either ABC Bakers or Little Brownie Bakers to make your Thin Mints, Trefoils and more.
Money
Extra SNAP benefits given during the pandemic will not continue in March
We VERIFY what SNAP recipients should know now that pandemic emergency allotments are ending.
Food
Yes, millions of Cosori air fryers have been recalled due to fire and burn risks
Certain models of Cosori brand air fryers have been recalled in the U.S., Canada and Mexico because their wire connections can overheat and cause a fire risk.
Food
Claim that coffee pods are better for the environment than other brewing methods needs context
Zach asked VERIFY what’s more environmentally friendly — single-use coffee pods or more traditional brewing methods. The answer depends on these factors.
Food
Understanding Super Bowl Sunday food safety | Expert Interview with Meredith Carothers
Meredith Carothers of the USDA breaks down food safety tips for Super Bowl Sunday, what’s safe to eat and when.
Food
5 Super Bowl food safety Fast Facts
Super Bowl Sunday is one of the top food events of the year — but a lot of those snacks could make you sick if you’re not careful. Here are 5 tips to keep you safe.
Health
No, scientists didn’t warn people that eating eggs causes blood clots
An online article misrepresents a 2017 Cleveland Clinic study about a nutrient found in eggs. Here’s what the research actually says.
Food
No, scientists didn’t warn people that eating eggs causes blood clots
Scientists did not find a link between eating eggs and blood clots. An online article misrepresents a Cleveland Clinic study.
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