The Rotten Apple Food Safety Podcast · Karen Constable

Issue 221 (Audio Version)

January 12, 2026·14 min·1 clip

More than 20 tons of bean sprouts were soaked in toxic 6-benzylamine purine, posing risks of hydrocephalus and congenital malformations to fetuses.

Karen Constable presents a comprehensive review of food fraud incidents from 2025, including shocking cases of toxic bean sprouts, street pigeons sold as duck, recycled cheese, and illegal food imports. She also shares statistics about her publication's growth and provides updates on current food safety recalls and alerts.

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