what is food posioning
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Food poisoning is an illness caused by eating contaminated food. It's not usually serious and most people get better within a few days without treatment. In most cases of food poisoning, the food is contaminated by bacteria, such as salmonella or Escherichia coli (E. coli), or a virus, such as the norovirus.
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Food poisoning
Also called: foodborne illness
Explanation:
Illness caused by food contaminated with bacteria, viruses, parasites or toxins.
Infectious organisms or their toxins are the most common causes of food poisoning.
Food poisoning symptoms may include cramping, nausea, vomiting or diarrhoea.
Most food poisoning is mild and resolves without treatment. Ensuring adequate hydration is the most important aspect of treatment.
Usually self-diagnosable
Food poisoning symptoms may include cramping, nausea, vomiting or diarrhoea.
Treatment consists of supportive care
Most food poisoning is mild and resolves without treatment. Ensuring adequate hydration is the most important aspect of treatment.