HUMAN NUTRITION

NUTRITION

FOOD SAFETY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Raw eggs, meat products, fish, and produce can be contaminated with harmful bacteria.
A
True
B
False
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -They can carry harmful germs that can make you very sick if the food is contaminated. Raw foods of animal origin are the most likely to be contaminated, specifically raw or undercooked meat and poultry, raw or lightly cooked eggs, unpasteurized (raw) milk, and raw shellfish.

Detailed explanation-2: -Salmonella. Salmonella bacteria are usually found in raw or undercooked meat, raw eggs, milk and other dairy products.

Detailed explanation-3: -Even after you’ve thoroughly cleaned your hands and surfaces, raw meat, poultry, seafood and eggs can still spread illness-causing bacteria to ready-to-eat foods-unless you keep them separate. Cross-contamination can lead to serious illness, but the good news is that it’s simple to prevent.

Detailed explanation-4: -Chickens and other live poultry can carry Salmonella bacteria. These germs can spread from the birds to their eggs. If you eat raw or undercooked eggs, you can get sick. Always handle and cook eggs properly to prevent illness. 08-Mar-2023

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