When in doubt, throw it out!
Barbecue weather is upon us! What better way to spend a beautiful summer day outdoors with your closest friends and family? The warm weather is an invitation to fun activities, events and good food, but it is important to remember that higher temperatures can also have negative effects, especially on our food!
Although the warm weather invites, it also promotes the growth of harmful bacteria in food. USDA forecasts temperatures between 40 degrees Fahrenheit and 140 degrees Fahrenheit the "danger zone". Cold foods should be kept in coolers or ice at or below 40 degrees Fahrenheit and hot foods must be cooked and kept at 140 degrees Fahrenheit or more. food left in the danger zone for too long can cause food poisoning. symptoms of food poisoning are diarrhea, fever, vomiting and signs of dehydration. If you feel you can have these symptoms, be sure to stay hydrated and rest. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor, because these diseases sometimes lead to long term health problems.
whether be on the state website picnic park or your own backyard, practice food safety the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides four simple tips to food security. clean, separate, cook and refrigerate. Remember, "if in doubt, throw it out!"
Four Steps to Food Safety
- Clean : Wash hands and surfaces often. Although you may not always be able to see them, germs and bacteria have the ability to survive in many places such as hands, utensils and cutting boards
- separate :. Make sure you are not cross-contamination during cooking. Raw meat, poultry, seafood, and eggs can easily spread germs cooked foods unless you keep separate
- Cook :. Cook all your food at the right temperature. Consider using a thermometer to ensure that your food has a safe internal temperature
- Chill :. Keep your refrigerator or cooler below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Germs and bacteria can grow in certain foods within 2 hours unless you refrigerate them, and even less time when in the heat of summer
Sources :. Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Home Food Safety, United States Department of Agriculture, LifeWork strategies, Adventist HealthCare. The Health Council of the week is for educational purposes. For more information, consult your doctor. feel Please free to copy and distribute this health resource.
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