Learn why washing raw meat actually spreads germs, and how to easily prepare chicken and other proteins the safe way.

Washing raw chicken might seem like the hygienic thing to do, but it's actually unnecessary and can even be dangerous. Chicken bought at the grocery store is already washed. In addition, recent ...

Washing chicken before cooking may seem logical – but medical data show you should stop, as it is the easiest and fastest way ...

Studies show washing raw chicken may spread harmful bacteria—but the real risks depend on what’s happening in your kitchen. No, you probably shouldn't wash your chicken. Studies have shown that it is ...

Ninety-two people in 29 states -- including New York and New Jersey -- have been infected by a multidrug-resistant form of Salmonella linked to raw chicken products. Twenty-one people have been ...