The
kitchen can be a dangerous place, and not for the reasons you are
thinking. While you can be burned by hot stove tops or cut by sharp
knives, the real danger lies elsewhere. Improper handling of your
food can lead to food poisoning and other illnesses. Keep yourself
and your stomach safe by following these tips.
kitchen can be a dangerous place, and not for the reasons you are
thinking. While you can be burned by hot stove tops or cut by sharp
knives, the real danger lies elsewhere. Improper handling of your
food can lead to food poisoning and other illnesses. Keep yourself
and your stomach safe by following these tips.
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Store your raw meat
on the bottom shelf of your refrigerator. Not
only will this help keep it fresh for longer since it is the coldest
area of the refrigerator, but it will prevent raw juices from
dripping and contaminating foods beneath it. -
Refrigerated food
should never be kept out more than 2 hours. When
buying groceries, make sure to get them in the refrigerator in under
two hours (one hour if the temperature of the air is 90° or higher)
– after that they will no longer be good. -
Use a separate
cutting board for your meat. Avoid
contaminating your fruits and vegetables by keeping a separate
cutting board just for your raw meat, poultry, and seafood. -
Always wash your
hands before and after dealing with food. Your
health is in your hands, make it a habit to wash them with soap and
warm water for at least 20 seconds before and
after
you deal with food. -
Replace or sanitize
your sponge every two weeks. Sponges
provide the dark, moist climate that bacteria love. Replace yours
every two weeks or sanitize it by throwing it in the microwave for
two minutes to keep it clean and germ-free. -
Always cook food
thoroughly. Avoid food
poisoning and other illnesses by making sure to thoroughly cook all
of your foods. Pork and poultry should be white on the inside and
juices from red meat should run clear, not pink. -
Keep your
refrigerator at 39°F or below.
40° and up is referred to as “The Danger Zone” because bacteria
growth rates begin to triple. For optimal fresh food storage, keep
your refrigerator between 34-38°.
If you
notice that your fresh food constantly spoils before its expiration
date, you may have a problem with your refrigerator. New York
residents can count on 24/7 Refrigerator Repair for fast service at
an affordable price. Our experts can fix any make or model of
refrigerator or freezer, and we are on call 24/7/365. Contact us at
any time to schedule a same-day appointment by calling 866-782-9376.
notice that your fresh food constantly spoils before its expiration
date, you may have a problem with your refrigerator. New York
residents can count on 24/7 Refrigerator Repair for fast service at
an affordable price. Our experts can fix any make or model of
refrigerator or freezer, and we are on call 24/7/365. Contact us at
any time to schedule a same-day appointment by calling 866-782-9376.