NSF Health & Safety News is an online resource from NSF International, an independent, not-for-profit organization that helps protect you by certifying products and writing standards for food, water, and consumer goods. This newsletter offers the latest news and updates about NSF's programs and services, as well as tips for helping families Live safer®.
Do You Need a Water Softener?
While not considered a health issue, hard water can make household chores such as dishwashing or cleaning the shower more time-consuming, as well as shorten the life of some appliances.
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When Eating Your Vegetables Makes You Sick
Illnesses Tied to Produce Become Far More Common As Consumption Rises
By Jane Zhang, Staff Reporter of the Wall Street Journal
November 30, 2005
More Americans are eating their vegetables. But the healthy trend comes with a risk: Illnesses traced to fresh produce are on the rise.
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Is Your Dishwasher Certified?
With the winter season upon us, frozen water pipes are not only an inconvenience, but they can cause tremendous damage if the pipe breaks. Here are a few simple tips to help protect your home's pipes.
>Get a list of NSF-Certified dishwashers
>Read about NSF residential appliance testing programs
Two State Forest Programs Earn Certification
Michigan and Minnesota are the first two states to earn NSF certification for their forest management programs.
>Read about Michigan's certification
>Read about Minnesota's certification
New Public Service Announcements on Food Safety Available
NSF has released several new public service announcements, two of which deal with the key food safety issues of avoiding cross-contamination and handling leftovers safely.
>Listen here
NSF in the News
Check out recent news stories featuring NSF International, including:
>iVillage.com. "More than Hydration: Enhanced Waters" (March 11, 2006)
>ABC News. "Baseball to Sell NSF Certified Supplements" (March 8, 2006
Other News
Kathleen Jordan, General Manger for NSF's Dietary Supplements program, participates in a Congressional Hearing:
> "The Regulation of Dietary Supplements: A Review of Consumer Safeguards"
Have a Question About the Safety or Performance of a Product?
If NSF certifies it, we can help. Submit your question now and receive a personal email response from one of our experts.
>Submit a question
What's New in Dietary Supplements
Get tips for selecting dietary supplements and functional foods, and learn how certification helps protect your family's health and safety.
>Read online
>Listen to audio
>Request a free NSF Dietary Supplements Fact Kit
Tip of the day: If you take prescription drugs, check with your doctor or pharmacist before using any dietary supplements. Supplements can sometimes interact with or affect the effectiveness of prescription medications.
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