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A large wooden bowl is filled with fresh, vibrant blueberries. Nestled among the berries are two upside-down baseball hats, one red and one blue, with their interiors facing upward. The scene is set on a rustic wooden table, softly lit by natural light, creating a whimsical and cozy atmosphere.

715. Blueberries That Had a New Hat Fall Into Them Twice

January 03, 2025 by Don Schaffner

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of eating blueberries that had a new hat fall into them twice.

Dr. Don - not risky ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ
Professor Ben - not risky ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ

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January 03, 2025 /Don Schaffner
Cross-contamination, Blueberries, Hat

DALLยทE - a can of blueberries, with lots of foam coming out

542. Hissing Foaming Canned Blueberries

November 27, 2023 by Don Schaffner

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from eating canned blueberries that hiss and foam on opening.

Dr. Don - not risky ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ
Professor Ben - not risky ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ

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November 27, 2023 /Don Schaffner
Canning, Blueberries, pH
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199. Exploding Strawberry Jars

September 17, 2021 by Don Schaffner

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from storing sealed mason jars of washed strawberries in the refrigerator.

Dr. Don - not risky ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ
Professor Ben - not risky ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ

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September 17, 2021 /Don Schaffner
Fruit, Strawberries, Blueberries, Refrigerator

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