Ashland University Dietetics Program News: Job Growth in the Food and Beverage Industry

Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Job Growth in the Food and Beverage Industry

The Bureau of Labor and Statistics reported two-thirds of 96,000 U.S. jobs added to payroll in August came from the food and beverage industry. These jobs included food services and accommodations, food and beverage stores, and food service establishments. While the food manufacturing increased by 4,800 in August, manufacturing jobs decreased by 15,000 people.

Visit the Bureau of Labor and Statistics for more information!

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Managing Food Allergies

Have you or a family member been diagnosed with a food allergy? Or perhaps you have a guest visiting your home with a food allergy? One important step to remember in managing food allergies is to avoid cross-contact.

Cross-contact occurs when one food comes into contact with another food and their proteins mix. As a result, each food then contains small amounts of the other food that are often invisible to us. Even a trace of food on a spoon or spatula that is invisible to us can cause an allergic reaction.

When cooking allergen-free meals, use utensils and pans that have been thoroughly washed with soap and water. If cooking several foods at the same time, cook the allergen-free meal first, then keep it covered and away from any splatter caused by other foods that are cooking. If you have handled an allergy-causing food, wash your hands with soap and warm water before serving the allergen-free meal.

For more information on separating foods, visit www.homefoodsafety.org. To learn more about managing food allergies, visit The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network or consult a registered dietitian.

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