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Which of the following is the correct definition of food hygiene according to the given text?
Which of the following is the correct definition of food hygiene according to the given text?
- The regulation of substances intended to be ingested by humans
- The prevention of food borne diseases (correct)
- The promotion of tissue growth and repair
- The regulation of substances intentionally included into food
According to Regulation no 178/2002 of the European Parliament, which of the following is considered as food?
According to Regulation no 178/2002 of the European Parliament, which of the following is considered as food?
- Chewing gum (correct)
- Live animals
- Medicines
- Plants prior to harvesting
What is the scope of food hygiene?
What is the scope of food hygiene?
- Preventing food borne diseases (correct)
- Regulating substances intentionally included into food
- Maintaining and regulating processes in the body
- Promoting tissue growth and repair
Which of the following is NOT considered as food according to Regulation no 178/2002 of the European Parliament?
Which of the following is NOT considered as food according to Regulation no 178/2002 of the European Parliament?
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What is the definition of food according to Regulation no 178/2002 of the European Parliament?
What is the definition of food according to Regulation no 178/2002 of the European Parliament?
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Food Hygiene and Regulation
- Food hygiene refers to the practices and measures taken to ensure the safety and quality of food.
Definition of Food
- According to Regulation no 178/2002 of the European Parliament, "food" (or "foodstuff") means any substance or product, whether processed, partially processed or unprocessed, intended to be, or reasonably expected to be, ingested by humans.
Scope of Food Hygiene
- The scope of food hygiene encompasses all stages of the food chain, from production, processing, distribution, and sale, to preparation and consumption.
Exclusions from the Definition of Food
- According to Regulation no 178/2002, the following are NOT considered as food:
- Feed
- Live animals (unless they are prepared for human consumption)
- Plants prior to harvesting
- Medicinal products
- Cosmetics
- Tobacco and tobacco products
- Narcotic or psychotropic substances
- Residues and contaminants
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