Producer: Mehak Pal Editor: Aparna Singh
Maintaining hygiene is crucial in preventing foodborne illnesses. Make sure to wash your hands with soap and water before consuming food.
Make sure to purchase handpicked fresh and high-quality ingredients instead of pre-cut fruits and vegetables from street vendors.
Make sure to consume well-cooked meat, poultry, and seafood items instead of consuming raw or uncooked foods.
Foods get contaminated if not stored properly. Use airtight containers to store leftover food items in the refrigerator.
Water gets contaminated easily in monsoon which may lead to foodborne illnesses. Make sure to consume filtered water or boiled water.
Avoid eating street food as most of the street vendors fail to maintain hygiene standards.
Make sure to wash fruits and vegetables in the running water before consumption as they may carry harmful pesticides and bacteria during monsoon.