Roasting of meat: Is it good for your health?
What is roasting Roasting is one of the oldest methods of cooking food. Many food are roasted including coffee and…
Why you should stop taking excess proteins in your diet!
Protein are important macronutrients required for repair of worn out tissues, growth and development. However, that does not mean that…
The safe food imperative
Although food security has been a problem for many years in especially developing countries, it’s achievement requires the understanding and…
Antibiotic residues: How contaminated is our food in Kenya?
All food of animal origin may be potentially contaminated with antibiotic residues. Although meat and eggs may be contaminated with…
The role of consumers in assuring food safety
Consumers are entitled to expect the food products they buy and consume will be safe and of high quality. They…
The role of the Regulatory bodies in assuring food quality and safety
Regulatory agencies are mostly put up by the government to control or regulate the activities of all actors along the…
The role of marketing in assuring food quality and safety
At the marketing level, retailers are responsible for the quality and safety of the food. Their premises must adhere to…
The role of Distributors or Transporters in assuring food quality and safety
Once food products are ready for sale, the distribution chain is initiated to ensure that the food products produced reach…
The role of manufacturers in assuring food quality and safety
The manufacturing sector obtains inputs from the producers and transforms them into finished products through a number of ways. The…
Importance of food quality and safety
Increasing human population With increasing human population, food security is of great importance. Striving to provide enough food is essential…