NUTRITION
FOOD SAFETY
|
Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
|
|
|
PERISHABLE FOOD
|
|
|
NON-PERISHABLE FOOD
|
|
|
STAPLE FOOD
|
|
|
None of the above
|
Detailed explanation-1: -Perishable food includes fruits and vegetables, fresh meat, foods purchased from chill cabinets, freshly cooked food stored to be used later. It is usually stored in the refrigerator.
Detailed explanation-2: -Refrigeration is a helpful tool to keep foods fresh longer. When food is held at a proper temperature, the growth of bacteria slows down, which helps reduce the risk of food poisoning. To keep your perishable foods fresh, make sure your refrigerator is set at or below 40°F.
Detailed explanation-3: -Myth: You shouldn’t put hot foods in the refrigerator. Perishable foods should be put in a refrigerator that is 40 degrees or below within 2 hours of preparation. If you leave food out to cool and forget about it after 2 hours, throw it away.
Detailed explanation-4: -Information. Always store perishable foods in the refrigerator at 40 °F or below or in the freeze at 0 °F or below. You can find refrigerator and freezer storage information, a cold storage chart at Safe Food Handling and Preparation.