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 Human Food Hygiene: A Guide to Safe Eating Human food hygiene is essential to prevent foodborne illnesses. By following simple guidelines, you can significantly reduce your risk of getting sick from contaminated food. Key Principles of Food Hygiene  * Cleanliness:    * Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before handling food.    * Keep your kitchen and food preparation areas clean.    * Wash fruits and vegetables before consumption.    * Use clean utensils and cutting boards.  * Separation:    * Separate raw and cooked foods to avoid cross-contamination.    * Use different cutting boards for raw meat, poultry, and seafood.    * Store raw and cooked foods in separate containers.  * Cooking:    * Cook food to a safe internal temperature.    * Use a food thermometer to ensure proper cooking.    * Reheat cooked food thoroughly.  * Chilling:    * ...

 Food Allergies: A Guide to Navigating Dietary Restrictions Understanding Food Allergies A food allergy is an immune system reaction to a specific food protein. When a person with a food allergy eats the allergen, their immune system mistakenly identifies the food protein as harmful and triggers an allergic reaction. This can lead to a range of symptoms, from mild to severe. Common Food Allergens While many foods can cause allergic reactions, the following are the most common food allergens:  * Milk: Cow's milk is a common allergen, especially in children.  * Eggs: Egg proteins can trigger allergic reactions in some individuals.  * Fish: Fish, such as cod, halibut, and flounder, can cause allergic reactions.  * Crustacean shellfish: Shrimp, crab, and lobster are common allergens.  * Tree nuts: Almonds, walnuts, pecans, cashews, and pistachios are among the most common tree nut allergens.  * Peanuts: Peanut allergies are very common and can be severe. ...