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Summary

The FDA found bacteria-contaminated water and mold at a facility making Tom’s of Maine toothpaste.

Dangerous bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Paracoccus yeei, were found in water and some toothpaste batches.

These bacteria can cause serious infections. No recalls have been issued, but the FDA has requested action from the company.

Colgate-Palmolive is working with the FDA, adding safety measures, and says its products remain safe.

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[–] [email protected] 70 points 1 week ago (1 children)

What is it with all this regulation? I'll be so happy when people are free to make their own choices based on myth and legend

[–] [email protected] 31 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Everyone knows natural immunity training is the right of every warm blooded American. Give me access to my freedom bacteria.

[–] [email protected] 21 points 1 week ago

How will the worm in my brain survive without these nutritious bacteria‽

[–] [email protected] 34 points 1 week ago (3 children)

I dropped that brand when they were sold to Colgate in 2006.

[–] [email protected] 13 points 1 week ago (1 children)

I stopped at the same time when their deodorant suddenly gave me severe chemical burns. Many people complained and nothing ever happened. Fuck Colgate.

[–] [email protected] 10 points 1 week ago (1 children)

This has literally happened to me with all the brands I used to buy. Sold to a huge international company and the product skyrockets in price and plummets in quality. I actually changed to Arm & Hammer Essentials Deodorant and it's better than Tom's. Quite a shock for a large company.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago)

I tried theirs and it just didn't last the whole day... Went through a ton of "natural" ones, even went on Etsy and tried some coconut oil and arrowroot based ones. They all sucked. Bulldog had one that was excellent, but they stopped selling it in the US. Native's has been actually decent. Been using it for a couple years now. Works all day unless I'm really working hard. Also, I get to smell like cake.

[–] [email protected] 5 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Didn’t know they were bought by Colgate. What brand do you use now?

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 week ago

See my reply above. A&H.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 week ago (1 children)

I dropped that brand immediately after using it once because it tastes like shit.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 week ago

Look at the big balls on Brad!

[–] [email protected] 33 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Those ASSHOLES! Stop Infringing on Businesses Rights to POISON US! I can't WAIT for Trump to Dismantle the FDA!

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 week ago

Fisted Drooling Assholes

[–] [email protected] 31 points 1 week ago (1 children)

These fucking people. That’s the toothpaste I use for my toddlers.

[–] [email protected] -1 points 1 week ago (1 children)
[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 week ago (1 children)
[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 week ago (1 children)
[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 week ago

Because I had sex with a girl several times

[–] [email protected] 16 points 1 week ago (4 children)

Man I already need to find a new coffee brand since the one I like dropped off the face of the earth, now I need to find a new toothpaste too. It's the week of changes for me it seems! If I had hair I'd try a new hairstyle lol

[–] [email protected] 20 points 1 week ago

Check out your local roasters! After you ask what toothpaste they use, they might also be able to help with your coffee problem.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 week ago

Might I suggest Zapatista Coffee? It supports the Zapatista movement/schools in southern Mexico. Basically a bunch of folks who are creating decentralized mutual aid networks as the basis for society.

The coffee is quite good, from what I've heard.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago)

I enjoy Bones coffee, if you'd like a recommemdation. They have a sample bundle so you can try their different flavors without committing to a whole bag. Lots of coupons available online too.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 1 week ago

Rudy's Coffee?

[–] [email protected] 11 points 1 week ago (1 children)

So ... there is no requirement to disinfect water (eg by heating) before use in such industries??

[–] [email protected] 18 points 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago) (1 children)

Republicans have been stripping all regulations since we managed to get the last major batch passed in the 1940s.

[–] [email protected] -4 points 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago)

In pretty sure both Republicans & Democrats are deregulating the everliving shit over there for 60+ years - and they carry on the work of the previous admin even when the parties in power switch. You have a clear history of that.

Only the rhetoric on said topic is slightly (but not that much) different.

[–] [email protected] 6 points 1 week ago

That's why you don't buy american brands smh head

[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 week ago

Well fuck, now what toothpaste do I get?