24-06-2025

Vibrant slush ice drinks linked to health risks

Brightly coloured, sweet, semi-frozen – slushies hold a magical appeal for children. But warnings indicate that some of these slush ice drinks contain glycerol (E422), an additive that in large quantities can pose health risks to children.

27-05-2025

Morels: Indulge with caution

Whether you’ve foraged them yourself or bought the dried cultivated mushrooms from the supermarket, morels are delicious. If you prepare them incorrectly, you may risk your health. This is why morels should always be cooked for at least 20 minutes. What morel fans should know to enjoy them safely. 

13-05-2025

Bees, wasps, hornets – are their stings harmless or actually dangerous?

Buzz, buzz – ouch! When the weather gets warmer, we start seeing bees, wasps and more recently, also the Asian hornet. Usually, these encounters are harmless but a sting can be painful. When should we simply cool the stung area, when does it become dangerous – and at what level is it considered poisoning?