HUMAN NUTRITION

Detailed explanation-1: -The toxin is made most often by Clostridium botulinum bacteria. Improperly canned, preserved, or fermented foods can provide the right conditions for the bacteria to make the toxin.

Detailed explanation-2: -What causes botulism outbreaks? Outbreaks of food-borne botulism have been associated with chopped garlic in oil, chili peppers, tomatoes, carrot juice and baked potatoes. In Canada, outbreaks have also been associated with seal meat, smoked salmon and fermented salmon eggs.

Detailed explanation-3: -Summary. Botulism is a rare but severe illness caused by toxins produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. It may cause various forms of paralysis. Foodborne botulism, or food poisoning, is the most common cause.