Beneficial microorganisms can help to make foods and drinks, such as cheese and yogurt, fermented meat products and vegetables.
Some harmful microorganisms will make food rot, resulting in unpleasant taste and disgusting appearance.
However, what we really have to fear is another kind of microorganism, called pathogenic microorganism. They don't destroy food or change its appearance, but they are dangerous and can lead to serious diseases, such as stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, fever and even death. Their reproductive ability is very strong and rapid. In order to breed, they need food, water, time and warm temperature.
Fortunately, no matter how powerful these pathogenic microorganisms are, they are fragile and preventable.
As long as you follow the following five simple rules, you can get rid of them.
1. Keep clean and prevent pollution.
2. Separate raw and cooked food to avoid cross-contamination.
3. Cook thoroughly to kill microorganisms.
Whether the food is hot or cold, it should be at a safe temperature.
Preserve to prevent bacterial growth.
5. Use safe water and food to avoid pollution.
Food manufacturers are mainly responsible for the safety of the food you buy, but you can still take the above five measures to ensure that you and your family are protected from food-borne diseases.