Darin Detwiler Assistant Teaching Professor of Food Policy and Assistant Dean of Academic and Faculty Affairs at the College of Professional Studies d.detwiler@northeastern.edu Expertise Darin Detwiler in the Press Explainer: How does US food safety work, and what cuts has Trump made? Disbanding the DOJ’s Consumer Protection Branch removes the legal teeth needed to hold such violators accountable, said Darin Detwiler, an associate teaching professor at Northeastern University who wrote a book about food safety. Buzzfeed “The Risk Of Foodborne Illness Increases With Every Step”: These Are The Foods You Want To Stay Faaaaar Away From Next Time You’re At The Airport Because fountain drink machines and iced tea dispensers are particularly difficult to clean, they can be “breeding grounds for dangerous bacteria,” said Darin Detwiler, a food safety expert and professor at Northeastern University. You May Want To Think Twice Before You Eat Bagged Lettuce “While consumers expect convenience and safety, the reality is that prewashed bagged greens remain one of the riskiest items in the grocery store due to contamination risks throughout the supply chain,” says Darin Detwiler, a professor of food policy at Northeastern University and author of “Food Safety: Past, Present, and Predictions.” Men's Health The FDA Is Recalling This Popular Supplement Over an Undeclared Allergen One is that the soy flour may have been there all along—the vitamins just weren’t labeled properly, says food safety expert Darin Detwiler, LPD, author of the book Food Safety: Past, Present, and Predictions, and a professor at Northeastern University. Parade Having This in Your Kitchen Can Be a Huge Red Flag for Your Health “Water is not just something that quenches thirst; it is the starting point of nourishment, connection and care. It’s the silent ingredient in every meal and every cup, and when we take its safety for granted, we put at risk the very people we aim to nourish,” says Dr. Darin Detwiler, LPD, an associate teaching professor at […] Food Safety Jeopardized by Onslaught of Funding and Staff Cuts By limiting resources, the cutbacks pare back work meant to prevent problems and to focus efforts on cases in which someone was already hurt or killed, Darin Detwiler, a food safety consultant and associate professor at Northeastern University, said. 5 Foods And Drinks To Avoid At The Airport, According To Food Safety Experts Because fountain drink machines and iced tea dispensers are particularly difficult to clean, they can be “breeding grounds for dangerous bacteria,” said Darin Detwiler, a food safety expert and professor at Northeastern University. Health Scientists Say They’ve Discovered How to Cook the Perfect Boiled Egg—and It May Be Healthier, Too “Excessive heat can also trigger oxidation, reducing the bioavailability of these compounds,” Darin Detwiler, LPD, author of the book “Food Safety: Past, Present, and Predictions” and a professor at Northeastern University, told Health. Prevention Why Are Eggs So Expensive Right Now? “The risk of catching bird flu, such as H5N1 avian influenza, from eating contaminated eggs is considered low, especially if the eggs are properly cooked,” says Darin Detwiler, L.P.D., author of the book Food Safety: Past, Present, and Predictions and a professor at Northeastern University. Women's Health Why Are There So Many Food Recalls Lately? One is that there is an “increasing consumer reliance on ready-to-eat and convenience foods,” says Darin Detwiler, LP. D., author of Food Safety: Past, Present, and Predictions and a professor at Northeastern University. Darin Detwiler for Northeastern Global News Is any food safe from a recall? A Northeastern expert breaks it down Is any food safe from a recall? A Northeastern expert breaks it down Northeastern expert Darin Detwiler explains why even bottled water can be recalled. And, yes, there’s an app for tracking food recalls. When is it safe to buy Easter eggs? Everything you need to know about rising prices, storage and substitutes When is it safe to buy Easter eggs? Everything you need to know about rising prices, storage and substitutes Food safety policy expert Darin Detwiler has tips for making your eggs last longer — and using a float test to see if they’ve spoiled. Will the FDA ban red dye No. 3? Northeastern food policy expert weighs in Will the FDA ban red dye No. 3? Northeastern food policy expert weighs in The FDA is considering banning the suspected carcinogen. Darin Detwiler discusses health concerns and global pressure. Now carrots too? Why there have been so many food recalls lately Now carrots too? Why there have been so many food recalls lately Organic carrots have been recalled due to a risk of E.coli, the latest in a string of food recalls, which have risen over the last few years. As ongoing listeria outbreak claims nine lives, Northeastern expert explains why food recalls are on the rise As ongoing listeria outbreak claims nine lives, Northeastern expert explains why food recalls are on the rise Darin Detwiler says breaks in the increasingly complex food safety chain — and better detection — are leading to an increase in food recalls. Arsenic in apple juice: Should you be worried about Walmart’s recent recall? Arsenic in apple juice: Should you be worried about Walmart’s recent recall? Just as arsenic is cumulative in the body, it persists in the environment, according to a food policy expert and environmental toxicologist. Listeria outbreak linked to deli meats. Those who are pregnant are at severe risk, Northeastern expert warns Listeria outbreak linked to deli meats. Those who are pregnant are at severe risk, Northeastern expert warns Even if the pregnant woman recovers, food policy expert Darin Detwiler says, “the unborn child can suffer severe consequences.” Panera Bread is phasing out its ‘Charged Lemonade’ drinks. Why consuming too much caffeine can be dangerous Panera Bread is phasing out its ‘Charged Lemonade’ drinks. Why consuming too much caffeine can be dangerous Panera said their decision was part of a “menu transformation,” which would focus on “low sugar and low-caffeine options.” Who is at risk? What to know about Hormel’s recall of Planters peanuts and mixed nuts due to possible contamination with deadly listeria Who is at risk? What to know about Hormel’s recall of Planters peanuts and mixed nuts due to possible contamination with deadly listeria Food policy expert Darin Detwiler cites listeria miscarriage risk, calls for delaying nut distribution until safety testing is complete. A person contracted bird flu. How worried should you be about the virus? A person contracted bird flu. How worried should you be about the virus? Bird flu is always a concern for health officials because of its effects on food supply chains and its potential for human infections.
Explainer: How does US food safety work, and what cuts has Trump made? Disbanding the DOJ’s Consumer Protection Branch removes the legal teeth needed to hold such violators accountable, said Darin Detwiler, an associate teaching professor at Northeastern University who wrote a book about food safety.
Buzzfeed “The Risk Of Foodborne Illness Increases With Every Step”: These Are The Foods You Want To Stay Faaaaar Away From Next Time You’re At The Airport Because fountain drink machines and iced tea dispensers are particularly difficult to clean, they can be “breeding grounds for dangerous bacteria,” said Darin Detwiler, a food safety expert and professor at Northeastern University.
You May Want To Think Twice Before You Eat Bagged Lettuce “While consumers expect convenience and safety, the reality is that prewashed bagged greens remain one of the riskiest items in the grocery store due to contamination risks throughout the supply chain,” says Darin Detwiler, a professor of food policy at Northeastern University and author of “Food Safety: Past, Present, and Predictions.”
Men's Health The FDA Is Recalling This Popular Supplement Over an Undeclared Allergen One is that the soy flour may have been there all along—the vitamins just weren’t labeled properly, says food safety expert Darin Detwiler, LPD, author of the book Food Safety: Past, Present, and Predictions, and a professor at Northeastern University.
Parade Having This in Your Kitchen Can Be a Huge Red Flag for Your Health “Water is not just something that quenches thirst; it is the starting point of nourishment, connection and care. It’s the silent ingredient in every meal and every cup, and when we take its safety for granted, we put at risk the very people we aim to nourish,” says Dr. Darin Detwiler, LPD, an associate teaching professor at […]
Food Safety Jeopardized by Onslaught of Funding and Staff Cuts By limiting resources, the cutbacks pare back work meant to prevent problems and to focus efforts on cases in which someone was already hurt or killed, Darin Detwiler, a food safety consultant and associate professor at Northeastern University, said.
5 Foods And Drinks To Avoid At The Airport, According To Food Safety Experts Because fountain drink machines and iced tea dispensers are particularly difficult to clean, they can be “breeding grounds for dangerous bacteria,” said Darin Detwiler, a food safety expert and professor at Northeastern University.
Health Scientists Say They’ve Discovered How to Cook the Perfect Boiled Egg—and It May Be Healthier, Too “Excessive heat can also trigger oxidation, reducing the bioavailability of these compounds,” Darin Detwiler, LPD, author of the book “Food Safety: Past, Present, and Predictions” and a professor at Northeastern University, told Health.
Prevention Why Are Eggs So Expensive Right Now? “The risk of catching bird flu, such as H5N1 avian influenza, from eating contaminated eggs is considered low, especially if the eggs are properly cooked,” says Darin Detwiler, L.P.D., author of the book Food Safety: Past, Present, and Predictions and a professor at Northeastern University.
Women's Health Why Are There So Many Food Recalls Lately? One is that there is an “increasing consumer reliance on ready-to-eat and convenience foods,” says Darin Detwiler, LP. D., author of Food Safety: Past, Present, and Predictions and a professor at Northeastern University.