Protecting Yourself from Food Problems 🤢

How many people suffer from foodborne illnesses in the U.S. each year? (according to the book)

• 6 million

• 3 million

• 25 million
• 10 million

Define the term foodborne illness.

• food poisoning

• substance that spoils

• when the body's immune system overreacts to substances in some foods

• a negative reaction to food or ingredients that not related to body immune system or food poisoning

Define the term contaminant.

• food poisoning

• substance that spoils

• when the body's immune system overreacts to substances in some foods

• a negative reaction to food or ingredients that not related to body immune system or food poisoning

Define the term food allergy.

• food poisoning

• substance that spoils

• when the body's immune system overreacts to substances in some foods

• a negative reaction to food or ingredients that not related to body immune system or food poisoning

Define the term food intolerance.

• food poisoning

• substance that spoils

• when the body's immune system overreacts to substances in some foods

• a negative reaction to food or ingredients that not related to body immune system or food poisoning

What are two ways that food can become contaminated? (choose 2)

• animals raised or caught may harbor disease organisms

• food may be contaminated by bacteria spread from an infected animal or person

• the food was left unrefrigerated for too long

• food may have been packaged incorrectly

What are some common symptoms of foodborne illnesses?

• nausea, vomit, diarrhea, fever, and body aches

• fatigue, muscle pain, skin rashes, and itching

• Skin rashes, itching, headaches, and dizziness

• diarrhea, fever, and body ache, headaches, and dizziness

What three conditions do bacteria need to grow? (choose 3)

• nutrients

• moisture

• warmth

• water

What recommendations does the Department of Agriculture give when buying food?

• Do not buy or eat food with damaged packaging

• Select the cheapest option regardless of quality
• Ignore food labels
• Buy only canned goods

What recommendations does the Department of Agriculture give when storing food at home? (choose 3)

• Store food according to package instructions

• Use open containers for storage
• Do not check for spoilage regularly
• Refrigerate or freeze meat immediately

• Wash your hands before and after handling food