what is food poisoning
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Food poisoning
Sometimes microbes grow on food items that has been kept in open or the food, not cooked properly. When such food items are consumed by us, the result can be food poisoning. Microbes that grow on food sometimes produce substances that are toxic to human beings. When such food is eaten, the toxic substances may cause vomiting or diarrhoea which are typical symptoms of food poisoning. Food poisoning can cause serious illness and even death.
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FOOD POISONING
Under favourable conditions, microbes like bacteria or fungi grow on food items and produce tonic substances. These substances make the food poisonous. This poisonous food is called spoilt food. The spoilt food can be identified by its bad smell, surface discolouration, slimy or cotton-like growth on the surface, sour taste, etc. If eaten, it can cause serious problems and sometimes even death. Food poisoning could be due to the consumption of food spoilt by some microorganisms, Mild food poisoning may lead to an upset stomach and diarrhea whereas a severe case of food poisoning may lead to nausea, abdominal cramps and vomiting along with diarrhea leading to excessive loss of water. Hence, we should always eat fresh, covered and properly cooked food to avoid food poisoning.
