Publications by authors named "Rebecca Brewster"
Risk characterisation of milk protein contamination in milk-alternative ice cream products sold as frozen desserts in the United States.
Food Addit Contam Part A Chem Anal Control Expo Risk Assess
January 2022
Article Synopsis
- Milk protein is a common allergen in the U.S., linked to severe allergic reactions and is the most frequently cited reason for food recalls by the FDA.
- A study tested 32 milk-alternative ice cream products labeled as 'non-dairy', 'dairy-free', and 'vegan' for the presence of milk proteins.
- Out of the tested products, three contained detectable milk protein, with one product having a warning about potential milk contamination, indicating a risk for allergic individuals consuming these items.
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View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Helicobacter pylori is a gut bacterium that is the primary cause of gastric cancer. H. pylori infection has been consistently associated with lack of access to sanitation and clean drinking water.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Helicobacter pylori infection has been consistently associated with lack of access to clean water and proper sanitation, but no studies have demonstrated that the transmission of viable but nonculturable (VBNC) H. pylori can occur from drinking contaminated water. In this study, we used a laboratory mouse model to test whether waterborne VBNCH.
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