Chometz On Pesach
Chewing Gum
In 1939, when the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act was passed, chewing gum was classified as a food– and rightly so. Approximaely two-thirds of a stick of gum is swallowed and enters the digestive tract. Chewing gum manufacturers managed to secure an exemption from the labeling requirements for foods because it is impractical to […]
Cheese
In an age where a substance intended for use as butter is in reality made of whale oil and one intended to substitute for egg whites is made from chemically treated animal blood, it is refreshing to know that there is still one entire family of foods being manufactured today by a method which has […]
Is It Kosher?
Is It Kosher? by Rabbi Eidlitz Disclaimer: Please make sure to check the current kosher status of every item you intend to eat. Certifications change frequently and information in the book below is not updated to reflect the latest status. Select a chapter below to read. Bakeries Beverages Candies Cheese Chewing Gum Dairy Products Do […]