NTR 109 Lecture Notes - Lecture 8: Foodborne Illness, Tuna Salad, Egg Salad
11 Feb 2016
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76 million illnesses per year in the us from foodborne illness. Of all flu/ gi illnesses caused from foodborne illness. Us still one of the safest food supplies in the world. Usually results from unsafe food handling in the home. Usda : oversees safety of meat, poultry & eggs sold cross state lines. Fda: regulates food standards of food products (except meat, poultry, & eggs) & bottled water. Cdc: works with public health officials to promote & educate the public about health and safety. Causes of foodborne illness: mishandling of foods, preference for rare meats, use of immunosuppressant medications, increase in number of older adults, mass production & distribution. Where can things go wrong: raw material intake, sorting & grading, packing, cooling/ chilling or freezing, washing, storage, transport, grocery store, in your home or restaurant. Foods most likely to become unsafe: milk & dairy, eggs, poultry, beef, fish, shellfish, sprouts, sliced melons, cut leafy greens.
