Food Safety Update: Caffeine Under Increased Regulatory Scrutiny as Governments Tighten Controls on Energy Drinks
Executive Summary Caffeine-containing beverages continue to receive increased regulatory attention worldwide due to concerns about excessive caffeine consumption, particularly among children and adolescents. Governments and regulatory agencies are strengthening oversight through new legislation, updated regulatory frameworks, and enhanced consumer information requirements. Recent developments include the UK Government’s proposal to restrict the sale of high-caffeine energy […]
Garlic Powder Recall 2026: What Consumers and Food Manufacturers Need to Know About the Bacillus cereus Risk
Garlic Powder Recall 2026: Bacillus cereus Risk Explained Summary The recent Heavenly Spices Garlic Powder recall has attracted significant public attention after the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) announced a recall due to possible contamination with Bacillus cereus. Although dried spices are generally considered shelf-stable because of their low moisture content, they are not sterile. […]