Author: Cindy Marves

Pregnancy comes with a lot of dos and don’ts. When it comes to diet, there are foods to avoid, such as raw meat, smoked seafood, partially cooked eggs, raw shellfish, and certain types of dairy products. While the list of what to eat and what not to eat may appear restrictive and at times confusing, observing a healthy pregnancy diet is vital for both the mother and her unborn child. Pregnant women have a lowered immunity which increases their risk of contracting food-borne illnesses. Also, what a pregnant woman eats is a major source of nutrients for her unborn baby.…

Infections from the bacterium Campylobacter are among the most common causes of food poisoning, and a new study has found that these infections are also common in Southeast Asia. The study published in the International Journal of Infectious Diseases, which was a meta-analysis and systematic review of data from 51 studies, found that the overall prevalence of Campylobacter infections in Southeast Asia is 7.8%. This means that for every 1,000 people in Southeast Asia, about 78 will have an infection from this bacterium at some point. The study also found that there is a lot of variation in the prevalence…

When you drink too much alcohol at night, you may wake up feeling sick the next day. The majority of people assume it’s another awful hangover, but there’s a chance that food poisoning or even alcohol poisoning could be to blame. Because both food poisoning and a hangover might induce nausea, vomiting, and headaches, determining whether you’re experiencing one of them can be tough. A few key characteristics can help you figure out if it’s food poisoning or a hangover. If you have a fever, chills, and body aches, it’s more likely to be food poisoning. If you have a…

Food poisoning can be a scary prospect, especially for breastfeeding mothers. But with a little knowledge, you can keep yourself and your baby safe. It is a common illness that can affect anyone. If you are breastfeeding and experience food poisoning, it is important to know what to do to protect your baby. You can continue breastfeeding if you have food poisoning. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) even recommends that you continue breastfeeding if you have food poisoning. The reason is that most germs that cause food poisoning are not passed from mother to baby through…

The FDA has launched a Traceback Investigation to identify the source of the outbreak. 59 cases have been reported so far, no Public Health Advisory has been issued yet. Salmonella Saintpaul has been identified as the strain causing the illnesses. What is Salmonella Saintpaul? Salmonella enterica serotype Saintpaul is a type of pathogenic bacteria, this means that it can cause disease in humans. The bacteria are usually spread through contact with contaminated food or water, or with feces from infected people. Symptoms include diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps. In severe cases, the infection can spread to the bloodstream and cause…

Norovirus is a virus that causes severe diarrhea, vomiting, and stomach pain. It is the leading cause of gastroenteritis (stomach flu) worldwide and is especially common during the winter months. There is no specific treatment for norovirus infections and they are usually treated by relieving symptoms and limiting viral transmission. The immune response to norovirus is not completely understood, but recent studies have used a new cell culture system called the human intestinal enteroid/human intestinal organoid system (HIE/HIO) to investigate the virus. This system is made up of cells that are derived from the lining of the small intestine. These…

Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause food poisoning. It is commonly found in pork and can cause a range of illnesses from mild to deadly. In a meta-analysis published in the International Journal of Food Microbiology by Wangwang Shen, Hui Chen, Jiawei Geng, Ricardo A. Wu, Xiang Wang, and Tian Ding, the prevalence, serovar distribution, and antibiotic resistance of Salmonella spp. isolated from pork in China were examined. The results showed that the pooled prevalence of Salmonella isolated from pork was 0.17, with a detected growing trend over time. For the proportions of serovars, Derby, Typhimurium, and London were…

The Chipotle foodborne illness outbreaks are some of the most high-profile food safety cases in recent history. Chipotle Mexican Grill agreed to pay a $25 Million Fine, the largest-ever fine in a food-safety case. Chipotle will pay this amount to resolve criminal charges related to Chipotle Mexican Grill Restaurants’ role in a series of food safety cases between 2015 and 2018, resulting in over 1,100 people falling sick. This $25 Million Food Safety Fine may not be a massive amount for a multinational company that just made a $2 Billion revenue in FY 2021. But it is a big statement…

Salmonella is a harmful bacteria and one of the most common foodborne illnesses in the United States. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimates it causes about 1.35 million infections, 26,500 hospitalizations, and 420 deaths. With packaged and prepared foods being recalled with increasing frequency, it’s important to have some natural remedies for Salmonella food poisoning on hand just in case you or a family member contract the illness. We’ve compiled a list of effective Salmonella home remedies that can help you in your recovery. What are the symptoms of Salmonella food poisoning? The symptoms of salmonella bacteria causing food…