Food poisoning can occur due to improper food storage or food prepared without proper hygiene. Pregnant women, children, and others are at a higher risk of food poisoning which can cause symptoms like diarrhea. Here are a few foods that can cause food poisoning. Tap to read!
Chicken
Chicken can contain bacteria such as salmonella and campylobacter, which can cause food poisoning if handled poorly during slaughter, contaminating the meat.
Eggs
Eggs can contain salmonella bacteria if the hen’s ovaries are infected. They can also cause food poisoning if undercooked or not stored properly.
Raw Milk
Raw milk contains harmful bacteria that needs to be killed through pasteurising it. It can also cause severe foodborne illness.
Pre-cut Watermelon
Bacteria on the watermelon rind can transfer to the edible area. It should be stored properly in the fridge once cut, as bacteria can multiply if left out, causing food poisoning.
Packed Lettuce
Ready-to-eat packaged foods have a higher risk of food poisoning as they create a moist environment in the packaging, promoting bacterial growth.
Flour
Raw flour can contain contaminants, as the fields in which they grow have many harmful bacterias such as salmonella. The main risk comes from tasting raw dough etc.
Sprouts
Sprouts are grown in warm, humid conditions that are ideal for bacterial growth. Since sprouts are eaten raw, there is no step to kill the bacteria, unless they’re cooked.
Information Credits
This information is sourced from WebMD. It is advisable to thoroughly wash food before eating to prevent food poisoning. If you are experiencing symptoms of food poisoning consult a healthcare professional.