Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Tips to Skip the Scare of Food Poisoning

It seems that everywhere we turn now, there is a fear that our food is contaminated. So many cases have hit the news about people getting food poisoning, even from celebrities!

Below are some tips that I found from Yahoo!: To see the full article click this.

1. Wash your hands, utensils and food surfaces often
2. Keep raw foods separate from ready-to-eat foods
3. Cook foods to a safe temperature
4. Refrigerate or freeze perishable foods promptly
5. Defrost food safely
6. Use caution when serving food
7. Throw it out when in doubt
8. Know when to avoid certain foods altogether

As college students, this may not always apply as you might not always cook your own meals. However, as we move towards independence, these are great tips to keep in mind. These tips are applicable to eating out as well. So keep them in mind!

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