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Meat is commonly eaten when cooked. It is general knowledge that cooking food in high and correct temperatures is one way to kill pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites to prevent food contamination. Although it is the standard for meats to be cooked, there are still cases that meat is eaten raw. Risks in […]

Milk contains nutrients that make our body healthy. It is widely known that milk is rich in calcium. It is one of the most common foods we consume especially when it comes to taking care of our bones. There are different kinds of milk found in the market. Whole, low fat, flavored, lactose-free, and raw

Food Contamination occurs in many ways starting from the production to the serving of food. Eating contaminated food might cause symptoms such as dizziness, stomach pain, and diarrhea. We do not want to experience these, but we also do not want to waste the money we spent on food. You might think that it must

There can be risks in every food we prepare or eat. We need to be aware of the categories of Food Hazards to ensure that our food is free from harm. The following are the different types of common food hazards and where they come from: PHYSICAL These are caused by the improper handling of

Do you experience nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, fever, or diarrhea?  You might be experiencing a foodborne illness! But, what has caused this sickness? You might think that what you have eaten is safe, but there are many factors to consider your food hazard-free. Here are some of the common causes of foodborne illnesses : Bacteria

Food is one of the necessities we need to live. It is a must to ensure that what we eat is healthy and safe. As consumers of food, we do precautions right after we choose and buy food products. It is now our responsibility to prepare and safely cook food. But how can we be

These are some of the basic tips on handling food, starting from the preparation of meals up to serving. Happy (and safe) eating! Make sure that the product you buy is from a trusted source. You do not want your food to come from a dirty farm or market. Keep raw food in a different

More and more food handlers are getting interested in training for FoodSHAP® certificate programs. With the fast-growing number of participants, we assure that we never forget to tend to their needs. The feedback from trainees is very important to guarantee their comfort. We see to it that everything is conducive for the food handlers’ learning.

It is a common misconception that food safety and food hygiene are of the same meaning. Many might use these terms interchangeably. This can confuse people who do not have enough knowledge on the area of both concepts. Let’s differentiate the two for better understanding. Food Safety is the set of practices one must observe