Food poisoning is common during the rainy season, keep these things in mind to stay healthy

News Topical, Digital Desk : Although the problem of food poisoning can occur in any season, but the rainy season is considered the most dangerous for it. In this season, the risk of getting sick due to bad food increases manifold. In such a situation, the risk of food poisoning can be avoided by taking care of small things.

These are the symptoms of food poisoning

• Stomach upset
• Vomit
• Diarrhea
• Bleeding in the stool
• Abdominal pain and cramps
• Fever
• Headache

Stay safe from this danger

• Wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly: Wash fruits and vegetables bought from the market thoroughly with clean water before cooking or eating. Do not leave cut fruits open for a long time during the rainy season. The sooner the cut fruits are eaten the better, otherwise there may be a risk of infection.
• Avoid cold food: Avoid cold food during the rainy season. Keep food in the refrigerator to protect it from any kind of bacterial infection. Stay away from things that have been cut for a long time, fried and junk food. Do not eat street food at all during this season.
• Always keep the kitchen clean: To avoid food infection, it is important to take full care of the cleanliness of the kitchen. Clean the utensils and kitchen surfaces thoroughly before and after cooking.
• Maintain hygiene: Take care of not only food and drink but also personal hygiene. This will protect you from food poisoning. Do not forget to wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before and after cooking.
• Keep the fridge clean and do not keep leftovers: During the rainy season, it is important to take care not only while cooking food but also while storing it. The better you store the food, the longer will be its self life and the lesser will be the risk of infection.
• Keep raw items away from moisture: Keep the items that you need to cook in a dry and safe place. Avoid buying in large quantities during the rainy season, this will save you from the worry of storing them properly. Do not keep raw items in a moist place.

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