Buckle up buttercups, we are getting personal this month and talking about what goes on behind closed doors… bathroom doors that is. Around 48 million people in the U.S. get sick every year from food-borne illness. Common symptoms of food-borne illness include an upset stomach, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and fever. During the holiday season, it is especially important to be mindful of food-borne illness when large amounts of food are being prepared and served to family and friends. What causes food-borne illness?
There are many different bacteria, viruses, and parasites that can contaminate food causing food-borne illness. This month, we are going to highlight two commonly known bacteria (Salmonella and E. Coli) and one that you may be unaware of (Bacillus Cereus). Salmonella is a bacterium that can infect both humans and animals. You can become infected by eating contaminated raw or under cooked food – especially:
Next up is E. coli, a bacterium that normally live in the intestines of healthy people and animals. You can be infected by eating contaminated water or food- especially:
Lastly, the bacterium you may be unaware of that can infect your holiday food is Bacillus Cereus. Bacillus Cereus is a spore-forming bacterium that can grow at a variety of temperatures in a short amount of time. This emetic syndrome (nausea/vomiting) is usually associated with starchy foods such as:
From our OPHIE family to yours, have a happy and food safe Thanksgiving!
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