Tag: Health code

A 1997 UCLA study found that members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints who strictly adhered to their health code, the Word of Wisdom, had a life expectancy 8-11 years longer than the general U.S. population. This code provides the answer to why can't Mormons drink iced coffee, a prohibition that extends beyond temperature.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, often called the Mormon Church, encourages a health code known as the Word of Wisdom, originally revealed in 1833, that has evolved over time. This revelation provides guidance not only on what to avoid but also on what is beneficial for a healthy life.

According to the CDC, roughly one in six Americans gets sick from foodborne diseases each year, making proper food handling crucial for public health. A primary component of food safety education, like that provided by ServSafe, focuses on identifying and properly managing Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods to prevent such illnesses. A simple and common example of a TCS food is cooked rice.