10 Questions
What is the definition of foodborne illness?
Foodborne illness covers all illnesses caused by eating contaminated food or allergic reactions to food.
What are the different types of contaminants that can cause foodborne illness?
The contaminants can be allergenic, biological, chemical, or physical.
What is the specific type of foodborne illness connected to eating certain bacteria?
Food poisoning.
What are some symptoms of food poisoning?
Nausea, stomach cramps or pain, diarrhea, vomiting, and possibly a fever.
Who are the groups of people more at risk of food poisoning?
Young children, the elderly, pregnant women and unborn babies, and people who are already ill or recovering from an illness.
What are the main types of contaminants that can cause foodborne illness?
Allergenic, biological, chemical, and physical contaminants.
Name three symptoms of food poisoning.
Nausea, stomach cramps or pain, diarrhea, vomiting, and fever.
Who are the vulnerable groups of people who are more at risk of food poisoning?
Young children, the elderly, pregnant women and unborn babies, and people who are already ill or recovering from an illness.
What is the term used to describe illnesses caused by eating contaminated food and allergic reactions to food?
Foodborne illness.
What is the specific type of foodborne illness connected to eating certain bacteria, such as E. coli?
Food poisoning.
Study Notes
Foodborne Illness
- Foodborne illness covers all illnesses caused by eating contaminated food and allergic reactions to food.
- Contaminants can be allergenic, biological, chemical, or physical.
Food Poisoning
- Food poisoning is a specific type of foodborne illness caused by eating certain bacteria, such as E. coli.
- Symptoms of food poisoning can last from an hour to several days.
- Symptoms include:
- Nausea
- Stomach cramps or pain
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Possibly a fever
High-Risk Groups
- Certain groups of people are more at risk of food poisoning due to weaker immune systems, including:
- Young children
- The elderly
- Pregnant women and unborn babies
- People who are already ill or recovering from an illness
- For these groups, food poisoning is very dangerous and can even be fatal.
High-Risk Foods
- Certain foods are more likely to cause food poisoning.
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