Monday, May 06, 2024
At a time when corona virus is spreading like wildfire, it’s imperative to check the animal products you eat for contamination. 
Some of the deadliest viruses in recent times are known to be spread by people who have consumed contaminated animal products. The latest example being the corona virus believed to have spread from bat meat.
Egg is one of the most commonly consumed animal products that people have for breakfast. Though boiling the egg kills most of the germs, there are still high chances of you getting afflicted with salmonella, a kind of food poisoning associated with contaminated eggs.
Following are guidelines to reduce the risk of the disease.
Always wash your hands before and after handling eggs. Store eggs in their carton in a refrigerator, and consume them within two weeks of purchase. Wipe shells clean if they seem to be dirty. Discard eggs with cracks or other damage to shell. Never consume the eggs after the expiry date. If in doubt test the eggs for freshness. A fresh egg should sink in cold water. If it floats or smells, throw it away. Avoid using raw eggs in recipe where no cooking or light cooking is involved. Eat egg dishes as soon as possible after preparation. If not, then refrigerate as soon as possible.Cook eggs until both white and yolk are firm. This means scrambling for 3-4 minutes., poaching for 5-7 minutes and boiling for 7-10 minutes.
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