Food Safety 101
The top steps you can take to avoid food-related illness

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Food poisoning happens to the best of us. And while it’s miserable and sometimes scary, it’s often not unavoidable. The key is knowing the right ways to shop for, prep, and store foods, plus how to safely dine out. Check out the articles below for the essentials you need to know about food safety.
5 Tips for Food That's Safe to Eat
Simple steps to dramatically cut your risk for food poisoning
Top pathogens that cause foodborne illness and how they affect your health
How to avoid contamination in the grocery store
How to refrigerate and freeze foods to cut the risk of illness
The fruits and veggies most likely to have chemical residue
Why BPA and mercury matter—and how to avoid them
Tips for lowering your chances of getting a foodborne illness while eating out