Preventing Food Poisoning

What Is Food Poisoning?

Foodborne illness (sometimes called foodborne disease, foodborne infection, or food poisoning) is common, costly – and preventable. CDC estimates that 1 in 6 Americans get sick from eating contaminated food every year.

You can get food poisoning after swallowing food that has been contaminated with a variety of germs (bacteria, viruses, parasites) or toxic substances (chemical toxins or natural toxins such as those in some mushrooms and molds).

• Some foods are contaminated before they reach a kitchen.
• Others are contaminated by food handlers.

Protect Yourself From Food Poisoning