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Factors Contributing to Foodborne Illness Spread
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Factors Contributing to Foodborne Illness Spread

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What temperature range is considered the danger zone for foodborne illness?

  • 15°C-25°C
  • 0°C-4°C
  • -5°C-10°C
  • 4°C-60°C (correct)
  • At what temperature should hot foods be kept to prevent the growth of bacteria?

  • Below 0°C
  • 30°C
  • 40°C-50°C
  • Above 60°C (correct)
  • What is the temperature range where most bacteria experience inhibited growth except for thermophiles?

  • 40-50°C
  • -10-5°C
  • 15-20°C
  • 74-60°C (correct)
  • In which temperature range does bacteria growth and toxin production depend on the bacterial species?

    <p>60-4°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what temperature range does slow growth of bacteria typically occur?

    <p>4-0°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the temperature range for the Danger Zone for Foods mentioned in the text?

    <p>4°C-60°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of temperatures between 60-4°C on bacteria growth according to the text?

    <p>Rapid growth of bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which temperature range does slow growth of bacteria typically occur, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>4-0°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to most bacteria at temperatures between 74-60°C according to the text?

    <p>Growth inhibited</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should hot foods be kept to prevent bacterial growth, as advised in the text?

    <p>Above 60°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of using HACCP principles in the food industry?

    <p>To prevent food contamination at critical control points</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bacteria is commonly found in poultry and can cause foodborne illness?

    <p>Salmonella spp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the classification of foodborne illness caused by the effect of microorganism on the gut wall?

    <p>Bacterial Infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bacteria does not require oxygen for growth?

    <p>Anaerobic bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the shape of Bacilli bacteria according to the text?

    <p>Cheetos shape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which staining reaction indicates Gram-negative bacteria?

    <p>Pink</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of environmental tolerance does halophile bacteria exhibit?

    <p>Grows at high salt concentration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who accounts for 60% of foodborne illness cases in Canada over a 10 year period?

    <p>Unspecified agents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pathogen causes the highest number of domestically acquired foodborne illness cases?

    <p>Norovirus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group is particularly susceptible to foodborne illnesses according to the text?

    <p>Young children and infants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of foodborne illness cases is attributed to parasites?

    <p>1%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor contributes to the spread of bacteria in food preparation according to the text?

    <p>Poor personal hygiene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the estimated range of annual costs related to foodborne illness in the U.S. based on the text?

    <p>$10-83 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group has a reduced ability to fight off infections and is susceptible to foodborne illnesses?

    <p>Pregnant and lactating mothers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main origin of foodborne illnesses according to the text?

    <p>Food service origin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who accounts for 11% of foodborne illness cases in Canada over a 10 year period?

    <p>Elderly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pathogen causes 5% of the domestically acquired foodborne illnesses?

    <p>Salmonella (nontyphoidal)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common reason for the spread of bacteria during food preparation mentioned in the text?

    <p>Cross contamination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group is NOT mentioned as particularly susceptible to foodborne illnesses in the text?

    <p>Healthy adults with proper hygiene practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of Canadian foodborne illness cases were attributed to unspecified agents annually over a 10 year period?

    <p>60%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pathogen causes 8% of the domestically acquired foodborne illnesses?

    <p>Campylobacter spp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for the presence of bacteria on food preparation surfaces and utensils?

    <p>Poor personal hygiene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which age group is indicated as the most susceptible to foodborne illnesses in the text?

    <p><strong>Young children and infants</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bacteria species is characterized by being Gram positive and causing flu-like symptoms?

    <p>Listeria monocytogenes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a distinguishing feature of Campylobacter Jejuni among the bacteria species mentioned in the text?

    <p>spiral shape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which classification applies to bacteria that require a specific oxygen concentration range for growth?

    <p>Microaerophilic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of food is most likely to be contaminated with Fecal coliforms according to the text?

    <p>Low-acid foods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bacteria species can lead to kidney failure and hemolytic uremic syndrome as symptoms of infection?

    <p>Escherichia coli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which environmental tolerance factor enables bacteria to thrive in high salt concentrations?

    <p>Halophile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Clostridia spp from other bacteria species?

    <p>Spore forming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bacteria species resembles cheetos in shape and is associated with raw milk and poultry?

    <p>Salmonella spp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of foodborne illness involves the effect of toxins produced by microorganisms once in the body?

    <p>Intoxication or toxin-mediated infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mode of transmission is associated with Listeria monocytogenes as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Raw meats and poultry consumption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of fermentation in food preservation?

    <p>Convert food components into a more stable form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In controlled or 'innoculated' fermentations, what is the key difference compared to natural fermentations?

    <p>'Starter culture' is added to the starting food material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bacteria is responsible for transforming wine into vinegar when left exposed to oxygen?

    <p>Acetobacter spp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes natural or 'wild' fermentations from controlled fermentations?

    <p>'Starter culture' is added in controlled fermentations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following food transformations through fermentation is incorrect?

    <p>Wheat -&gt; yogurt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is fermentation considered a useful method for food preservation?

    <p>It inhibits the growth of microorganisms like pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key feature of lactic acid bacteria in desirable fermentations according to the text?

    <p>Non-spore formers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which food transformation through fermentation involves the production of CO2 and acids?

    <p>Cabbage to sauerkraut</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason lactic acid bacteria are important in fermentation according to the text?

    <p>Produce lactic acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes bacterial fermentations involving lactic acid bacteria from others mentioned in the text?

    <p>End product is lactic acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of fermentations involve an inoculum or starter culture added to the starting food material?

    <p>Cheese/Yogurt production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In fermentations involving lactic acid bacteria, what do they tolerate well in terms of concentrations?

    <p>High salt and sugar concentrations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For what reason is often little or no heat required in preparing fermentations involving lactic acid bacteria?

    <p>High heat denatures their enzymes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes bacterial fermentations involving lactic acid bacteria?

    <p>End product is lactic acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of adding 2 strains of lactic acid bacteria to pasteurized, homogenized milk in yogurt production?

    <p>To initiate the fermentation process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements best describes the role of Streptococcus thermophilus in yogurt production?

    <p>It helps in fermenting the milk during production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In wine production, which aspect of fermentation primarily results in the conversion of glucose and fructose to ethanol and CO2?

    <p>Conversion by Saccharomyces yeasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Sauerkraut Production from Yogurt Production in terms of the end products of fermentation?

    <p>More gases produced in sauerkraut compared to yogurt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key difference between natural fermentation and controlled fermentation processes as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Controlled fermentations use specific strains of bacteria or yeasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a strain of yeast included in wine production?

    <p>Streptococcus thermophilus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do bacterial cultures in yogurt differ from those added to wine for fermentation?

    <p>'Lactobacillus spp' is exclusive to yogurt and not used in wine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does the addition of lactic acid bacteria have on lactose content during yogurt production?

    <p>Decreases lactose content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the control of undesirable bacterial growth crucial in sauerkraut production as mentioned in the text?

    <p>'Undesirable bacterial growth' can lead to spoilage and affect the quality of the product.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of lactic acid bacteria in wine fermentation?

    <p>Converting malic acid to lactic acid and CO2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes acetic acid bacteria in vinegar production?

    <p>Produce acetic acid in the presence of excess O2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the basic requirement for vinegar production?

    <p>Raw material food item that can undergo alcoholic fermentation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In blue cheese production, what is the role of Penicillium roqueforti and P. glaucum?

    <p>Producing aroma and flavor compounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of an inoculum in fermentation?

    <p>Introducing an active culture of microorganisms into the medium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are other organic acids produced in addition to acetic acid during vinegar fermentation?

    <p>To enhance the aroma and flavor complexity of vinegar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one key aspect of bacterial fermentations in vinegar production?

    <p>Involvement of both yeasts and bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of higher alcohol concentrations on vinegar production?

    <p>Leads to incomplete oxidation to acetic acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Malolactic fermentation' refers to the conversion of which compound by bacteria?

    <p>Malic acid to lactic acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs when diacetyl is produced by lactic acid bacteria?

    <p>Development of a buttery taste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the original kernel does whole wheat flour in Canada contain?

    <p>95%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the kernel serves as the storage depot for energy in plants?

    <p>Starch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to starch granules when exposed to water?

    <p>They swell up and take moisture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can lumping be prevented when mixing dry starch with warm or hot water?

    <p>Mix starch with a little cold water first</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a roux when preparing starch sauces?

    <p>To separate flour particles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor influences the viscosity of starch besides the chemical composition of starch?

    <p>Presence of other substances (fat, sugar, acid)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the base for several kinds of sauces including cheese sauce and souffles?

    <p>White sauce</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What generally happens to the viscosity of starch thickened sauces with cooling?

    <p>Increases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the tongue detects sweetness and sourness?

    <p>Tip of the tongue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area is responsible for initially detecting bitterness?

    <p>Back of the tongue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What part of the mouth detects dilute acid?

    <p>Back of the tongue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area perceives concentrated sourness most intensely?

    <p>Back of the tongue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is intense saltiness primarily detected by taste buds?

    <p>Sides of the tongue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary area where bitterness is perceived?

    <p>Back of the tongue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is dilute acid typically detected in terms of taste?

    <p>Back of the tongue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    On which part of the tongue are sweetness and sourness both detected?

    <p>Tip of the tongue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Foodborne Illnesses

    • Factors contributing to the spread of foodborne illness:
      • Temperature abuse
      • Improper storage of raw or cooked foods
      • DANGER ZONE: 4°C-60°C (growth of bacteria and toxin production)
    • Foodborne illness statistics:
      • U.S.: $10-83 billion in costs, 6.5-33 million ill people per year
      • Canada: $100 million in costs, 19.7 million sick days per year (roughly 13% of population)
    • Top four pathogens of domestically acquired foodborne illnesses:
      • 1.05 million cases of Norovirus (65%)
      • 0.18 million cases of Clostridium perfringens (11%)
      • 0.14 million cases of campylobacter spp (8%)
      • 0.09 million cases of salmonella (nontyphoidal 5%)
    • Who is most susceptible to foodborne illnesses:
      • Young children and infants
      • Elderly
      • Immunocompromised patients
      • Pregnant and lactating mothers
    • Sources of contamination:
      • Environment (soil, water, air)
      • Poultry (Salmonella spp)
      • Beef (Escherichia coli)
      • Sea food (Fecal coliforms, hepatitis A)
      • Eggs, milk, dairy (Listeria monocytogenes)
      • Contact surfaces

    Bacterial Involvement in Foodborne Illness

    • Bacteria involved in foodborne illness:
      • Morphology (shape): Bacilli (cheetos shape), Cocci (balls)
      • Reaction to staining: Gram positive (purple), Gram negative (pink)
      • Metabolism (respiration requirements): Aerobic, Anaerobic, Facultative anaerobic, Microaerophilic
      • Environmental tolerances: Thermophile, Halophile
    • Classification of bacteria species:
      • Campylobacter Jejuni: Gram negative, Microaerophilic, spiral shaped
      • E.coli: Gram negative, facultative anaerobic, rod-shaped
      • Listeria monocytogenes: Gram positive, facultative anaerobic, short rod-shaped
      • Salmonella spp: Gram negative, facultative anaerobic, short rod-shaped
      • Staphylococcus aureus: Gram Positive, facultative anaerobic, cocci

    Food Safety and Sanitation

    • Common symptoms of foodborne illness:
      • Nausea, abdominal pain
      • Diarrhea
      • Fever and headache
      • Vomiting and fatigue
    • Classification of foodborne illness:
      • Bacterial Infection
      • Intoxication or toxin-mediated infection
    • Foods of concern for transmission of foodborne illness:
      • Improperly processed fruits and veggies
      • Protein rich foods
      • High moisture content foods
      • Low-acid foods

    Fermentation and Food Preservation

    • What is fermentation?
      • Involves the conversion of food components into a more stable form through the use of microorganisms
      • Produces amino acids, acids, alcohols, and gases
    • Results of fermentation:
      • Reduces the likelihood of pathogens growing in the food
      • Extends shelf life of product
      • Produces a new food product from raw materials
    • Types of fermentations:
      • Natural or ‘wild’ fermentations
      • Controlled or ‘innoculated’ fermentations
    • Examples of fermented products:
      • Sauerkraut
      • Pickles
      • Olives
      • Cheese
      • Yogurt
      • Bread
      • Sausage

    Sensory Evaluation

    • Sensory evaluation involves an understanding of:
      • Biology, chemistry, and physics of food
      • The subjects
    • Color evaluation:
      • Spectral color
      • Hue
      • Brightness (reflectance)
    • Taste evaluation:
      • Detection of taste on different areas of the tongue
      • Sweetness and sourness are detected by the tip of the tongue
      • Dilute acid is detected at the back of the tongue and hard palate
      • Concentrated sourness is perceived most intensely on hard palate
      • Intense saltiness is also detected by taste buds of the hard palate and sides of the tongue
      • Bitterness is initially detected on hard palate
    • Sensory tests:
      • Analytical tests
      • Determination of sensitivity (threshold of detection)
      • Discriminative tests (detectable difference or not)
      • Descriptive test (identification of sensory characteristics regarding intensity and strength)
      • Affective tests (measuring the degree of liking of a sample)

    Cereals, Grains, Breads, and Starches

    • Canada's dietary guidelines indicate that whole grains should be consumed regularly
    • Whole grains:
      • Contain all three parts of the kernel (Bran, Endosperm, Germ)
      • Represent an excellent source of dietary fiber and energy
    • Grains and oilseeds:
      • Source of polyunsaturated fatty acids
      • Carbohydrates: sugars, starches, and fiber
    • Factors that influence viscosity of starch:
      • Chemical composition of starch
      • Presence of other substances (fat, sugar, acid)
      • Stirring and agitation
    • Preparation of starch products:
      • Lumping: prevention by mixing starch with a little COLD water first
      • Roux: mixing starch with a little fat to separate flour particles and heat briefly
      • Mix starch with sugar to separate starch granules before making thickened product

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