According to a recent report, some Indian poultry and rearing farms may carry out practices that are not deemed fit as per International standards. Lack of proper hygiene and faulty rearing practices may induce bacterial growth that may get transferred to the item of consumption as well. Contamination can also take place at handling, processing stages and even during transit. Experts believe that contamination through eggs often go unchecked as people mostly don't see eggs as an item that may be contaminated. However, some of the common practices that people undertake during cooking eggs may as well be the only reason for transferring the contaminants to the cooked item.
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1. If possible, know the source of the eggs that you buy. It is ideal to go for organic eggs.
2. Wash eggs before storing in the fridge and consume within a couple of weeks.
3. Do not store eggs openly in the refrigerator; keep them wrapped in a paper bag.
4. Eggs must be stored at 35-40 degree Fahrenheit.
5. In case you take out eggs from the refrigerator, ensure consuming them within a couple of hours.
6. Wash your hands with soap after you are done breaking an egg for cooking. Do not consume raw eggs.
7. Half fried eggs (or any dish where the yolk is not cooked entirely) will risk contamination. Cook eggs properly and completely to avoid food contamination.
Symptoms of Food Contamination
Rush to your nearest doctor in case you experience any of the symptoms mentioned below.
- Diarrhea
- Fever
- Stomach ache and cramps
- Dehydration
- Nausea
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