What are some common ways that people can stay safe and healthy when it comes to food safety?
What are some common ways that people can stay safe and healthy when it comes to food safety?
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1. Wash your hands often with warm, soapy water for at least 20 seconds. 
2. Do not use contaminated surfaces or utensils to prepare food.
3. Only use separate utensils and dishes for raw and cooked foods when serving and storing them. 
4. Practice cross-contamination prevention by avoiding raw vegetables being placed directly on a kitchen surface that previously held raw meat, or vice versa.
5. Avoid unwashed produce if possible; if eaten, be sure to wash it thoroughly with soap and water before eating it or preparing other foods with it.
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What are some common ways that people can stay safe and healthy when it comes to food safety?
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Some common ways that people can stay safe and healthy when it comes to food safety include: 1) washing their hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds before preparing or handling food; 2) avoiding cross-contamination by separate raw meat, poultry, and seafood from other foods in the grocery cart, kitchen countertops, and cutting boards;3) making sure to cook meat ,poultry or egg dishes until they reach the proper internal temperature of 165°F;4) keeping hot foods hot—refrigerate perishable items promptly; and cold foods cold—use within two hours after being placed in the refrigerator. Clean surfaces regularly with hot water and a mild detergent. Never eat raw or undercooked fruits, vegetables or eggs; Peeling fruits and vegetables is an option to reducing exposure to harmful chemicals but wash peeled produce with warm water even if you have peeled it yourself. Also look out for expiration dates! Ensure that your refrigerator temperature stays between –30°F – +- 0’f.
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