Researchers Jose Cordova and Erich Astudillo have discovered a new molecule(分子) that kills the bacteria Streptococcus Mutans, long known to be responsible for breaking down sugars in food in the mouth, which damages tooth leading to decay(腐烂). The new molecule they call “Keep 32” has bee...
Foodborne illnesses are infections or irritations of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract caused by food or beverages that contain harmful bacteria, parasites, viruses, or chemicals. The GI tract is a series of hollow organs joined in a long, twisting tube from the mouth to the anus. Common symptoms...
This aromatic herb has the power to cover up bad odor by inhibiting bacterial growth. It cuts down the number of bacteria in your mouth through its antimicrobial properties. It contains cinnamic aldehyde, which is an active compound bond with bacteria and makes sure that the bacteria do not re...
Clostridium perfringens are bacteria that are more likely to show up when foods are prepared in bulk, such as in cafeterias or nursing homes or for catered events. Cooking kills the bacteria but not its spores. So food left warming can grow new germs. You can get it from beef, chicken, ...
This is because cooking chicken to 180°F kills the bacteria. However, it is still imperative to clean up well after handling raw poultry. We checked with four government sources on food safety -- the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the National Institutes of Health, the Food Safety and...
Comments:WOW! Just wow. Does it really need explaining as to why this should never ever enter your mouth? Every time I see this amount of numbers in a product that has a shelf life of probably 5+ years, it’s not even food.
Fresh vegetables, garlic and onions should be avoided, since they can promote the growth of Clostridium botulinum, bacteria that can lead to botulism. Botulism is a rare but life-threatening condition that can lead to paralysis. Vegetable oils are sensitive to exposure to oxygen, heat and light...
Pregnant women are actually 10 times more likely to get Listeriosis than other people. In the United States, listeria kills about 260 people annually, with 1600 infections. Listeria can grow in the refrigerator! The way to kill off the bacteria is to cook or pasteurize the food. ...
include tuna, mackerel, amberjack, and mahi-mahi. In the early stages of spoilage, bacteria produce histamines in the fish. This causes a burning sensation in the mouth, itchy rash, dizziness,headache, and diarrhea. Symptoms usually subside within four to six hours, and antihistamines can help...
These items also must be protected from contamination until their use; specifically, they must not come into contact with food or the skin or mouth of a person. Utensils that are not single use should be thoroughly washed and sanitized before reuse. However, in some operations utensils and ...