The Food Safety Report

AARP.org has published some personal safety tips on food consumption.  Here are some hightlights.  For the full list, read more.

• Wash your hands thoroughly before, during, and after handling food. Nearly half of all cases of food sickness could be prevented if people washed their hands more often when preparing and handling food, according to the American Dietetic Association (ADA) in Chicago.
• Wash cutting boards, utensils, dishes, and kitchen surfaces you use to prepare food with hot, soapy water. Rinse well.
• Always wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly under running water, especially those you will eat raw. Use a vegetable brush. Throw away the outer leaves of lettuce or cabbage.
• Use a clean plate for cooked meats, chicken, and fish. Wash plates that held uncooked food before using them again.
• Keep sponges, dishcloths, and towels clean. If you're wiping up juices from uncooked meats, it's better to use paper towels. Throw them away when you're done.