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The image on the left depicts a kitchen setting where a person is preparing a smoothie using unconventional ingredients. The scene shows a pair of hands actively dumping pieces of freeze-dried beef organs into an open blender. The freeze-dried meat looks dark, shriveled, and somewhat unappealing, contrasting with the lighter, powdery texture of the colostrum being added alongside it. The blender jar is clear, showcasing the mixture of unusual ingredients inside.

The countertop is cluttered, enhancing the feeling of a work-in-progress. The kitchen itself has a somewhat dim, rustic appearance, with faint, warm lighting casting subtle shadows that accentuate the strangeness of the ingredients. The scene evokes a sense of curiosity and slight discomfort due to the odd nature of the items being used to create the smoothie.

691. Freeze Dried Beef Organs and Colostrum Smoothie

November 08, 2024 by Don Schaffner

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of drinking a freeze dried beef organs and colostrum smoothie.

Dr. Don - risky ☣️
Professor Ben - risky ☣️

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  • Erewhon's Raw Animal-Based Smoothie has organs, unpasteurized dairy - Los Angeles Times
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  • Bovine lymph nodes as a source of Escherichia coli contamination of the meat - ScienceDirect
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691. Freeze Dried Beef Organs and Colostrum Smoothie
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November 08, 2024 /Don Schaffner
Raw meat, Freezing drying, Salmonella, Pathogenic E. coli

The image portrays a tender and dynamic moment in a cozy kitchen setting. A toddler with chubby hands and wide, curious eyes is reaching up toward a wooden table where raw flour is scattered. The child’s expression is one of wonder and excitement, emphasizing the natural curiosity of toddlers. The child is dressed in a simple, colorful outfit that adds a sense of innocence to the scene.

Beside the toddler, a mother is shown mid-action, leaning over to gently snatch the child's hand away from the flour. Her face reflects a mix of concern and warmth, illustrating the protective nature of a parent. Her gesture is quick but careful, ensuring that her movement doesn’t startle the toddler.

The background details a cozy kitchen space with warm, ambient lighting. On the table, there are hints of baking supplies, such as a rolling pin, a small mixing bowl, and perhaps a bag of flour, which has slightly spilled and created a thin dusting across the tabletop. Flour particles can be seen faintly suspended in the air, adding a sense of motion and realism.

Overall, the scene captures a candid moment of parenting, highlighting both the toddler's sense of discovery and the mother's nurturing attentiveness.

690. Letting a Toddler Eat Raw Flour

November 06, 2024 by Don Schaffner

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of letting a toddler eat raw flour.

Dr. Don - risky ☣️
Professor Ben - risky ☣️

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  • Consumption of Raw Flour in the United States: Results from the 2019 U.S. Food and Drug Administration Food Safety and Nutrition Survey - ScienceDirect
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  • Notes from the Field: Multistate Outbreak of Escherichia coli O26 Infections Linked to Raw Flour — United States, 2019 | MMWR
  • Raw Flour and Dough | Food Safety | CDC
  • Uncooked Flour: A Hazardous Ingredient?
  • Thermal Inactivation of Salmonella enterica and Nonpathogenic Bacterial Surrogates in Wheat Flour by Baking in a Household Oven - ScienceDirect
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690. Letting a Toddler Eat Raw Flour
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November 06, 2024 /Don Schaffner
Flour, Salmonella, Pathogenic E. coli

The image on the right features a close-up view of a classic hamburger, artfully assembled and visually appealing. The burger is built on a lightly toasted sesame seed bun, which is slightly raised to show the layers inside. On top of the burger patty, there are slivered onions neatly spread, adding texture and visual interest. The beef patty itself appears juicy and grilled, with subtle searing marks for a touch of realism. Beneath the onions, there are slices of ripe tomatoes and fresh, crisp lettuce that add vibrant color contrast to the dish. Melted cheese drapes over the edges of the patty, hinting at its rich flavor.

In the background, a wall-mounted calendar is clearly visible, with the current month displayed as November. The date "1" is distinctly circled in bold red ink, drawing attention to it. The overall setting suggests a clean, bright kitchen environment with natural light illuminating the scene, creating an inviting and appetizing atmosphere.

688. Eating Slivered Onions Today

November 01, 2024 by Don Schaffner

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of slivered onions today in light of the ongoing outbreak.

Dr. Don - not risky 👍🏼
Professor Ben - not risky 👍🏼

  • E. coli Outbreak Linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounders | E. coli infection | CDC
  • Taylor Farms: Leading Producer of Healthy Salads & Fresh Foods
  • E. Coli Outbreak Tied to McDonald’s Widens to 75 People in 13 States - The New York Times
  • California firm recalls onion products amid E. coli outbreak - Los Angeles Times
  • Outbreak Investigation of E. coli O157:H7: McDonald’s Quarter Pounders (October 2024) | FDA
  • US Foods reports Taylor Farms has issued a recall of whole and diced raw onions : r/Cooking
  • US Foods reports Taylor Farms has issued a recall of whole and diced raw onions | Food Safety News
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  • Publisher's Platform: A Bit(e) of McDonald's E. coli history | Food Safety News
  • Publications on the Microbial Safety of Onions
  • Taylor Farms Colorado Foodservice Voluntary Yellow Onion Recall - Taylor Farms
  • Outbreak Investigation of Salmonella: Onions (October 2023) | FDA
  • Survival or Growth of Inoculated Escherichia coli O157:H7 and Salmonella on Yellow Onions (Allium cepa)under Conditions Simulating Food Service and Consumer Handling and Storage - ScienceDirect
  • Modification of the Definition of TCS Foods | Council III | 2023 Biennial Meeting | Conference for Food Protection | Conference for Food Protection
688. Eating Slivered Onions Today
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November 01, 2024 /Don Schaffner
Pathogenic E. coli, Onions

DALL·E - An idyllic setting in Los Angeles with a store named 'Cookie Dough Dreams'. The storefront has a warm, inviting atmosphere, painted in soft pastels.

681. Cookie Dough Dreams Raw Cookie Dough

October 16, 2024 by Don Schaffner

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from eating raw cookie dough from Cookie Dough Dreams in LA.

Dr. Don - not risky 👍🏼
Professor Ben - not risky 👍🏼

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  • Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Raw Cookie Dough | CDC
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  • Thermal Inactivation of Salmonella enterica and Nonpathogenic Bacterial Surrogates in Wheat Flour by Baking in a Household Oven - ScienceDirect
  • Heat resistance of Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli and potential surrogates in wheat flour at two moisture levels - ScienceDirect
681. Cookie Dough Dreams Raw Cookie Dough
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October 16, 2024 /Don Schaffner
Raw dough, Flour, Salmonella, Pathogenic E. coli

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