PREVENTING FOOD POISONING

You cannot see or smell most of the bacteria that cause food poisoning. Under the right conditions, these same bacteria can double in number every 20 to 30 minutes! Food is safest when you avoid conditions that allow bacteria to thrive. This is why it is important to wash, cook and store food appropriately. Don’t leave food at room temperature longer than two hours, use leftovers within three days, and when in doubt, throw it out.


Source: Food and Drug Administration