Food poisoning is always unpleasant, at best it can lead to poor health, at worst it can be fatal. Poisoning can be caused by various reasons, for example, the presence of toxic compounds in food.
Purchase and preparation
When buying food, be sure to check the expiration date. If you purchase meat products, keep them in separate bags or bags, and do not let them come in contact with other products. Try to keep the frozen food at the same temperature after you buy it, using a cooler bag, for example. When preparing food, use a variety of cutting boards, do not allow fruits and vegetables to come into contact with leftover meat products. Always cook the meat until it is completely cooked, this is the only way to get rid of all the harmful microbes in it that can cause poisoning.
Food storage
Observe the rules for storing various types of food. Pasta, cereals, rice, and other dry foods are usually stored in a cool, dry place. Meat products, eggs, fish, as well as ready meals are always stored only in the refrigerator. Regardless of the type of food and where it is stored, all of them must be consumed before their expiration date, otherwise the risk of food poisoning will increase dramatically.
Eating
The simplest and most obvious rule, the observance of which reduces the risk of poisoning, is to wash your hands before eating. Eat food immediately after cooking, the longer you drag out with food, the more germs will form in it. Any raw foods (meat, vegetables, fruits) should be rinsed with cold water before use. Try not to eat raw meat such as sushi, the risk of poisoning them is quite high. If, nevertheless, you wish to accept such food, entrust its preparation to professionals.
