What are the most effective methods of avoiding foodborne illnesses, such as salmonella and e. coli?
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To avoid foodborne illnesses such as salmonella and e. coli, it is important to practice safe food-handling habits. These include washing your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds after handling raw foods, separating raw and cooked foods in the refrigerator, cooking foods thoroughly, preventing cross-contamination by keeping cutting boards, utensils and dishes separate for different types of food items, storing opened items like ground beef at the lowest part of your fridge (40°F or below), checking expiration dates regularly on dairy products and other perishables prior to consuming them and not sampling or eating under-cookedfoods . If you’re consuming produce items that may be contaminated with manure or pesticides: wash them thoroughly before eating. Additionally it’s advisable to practice due diligence when travelling in developing countries with weaker public health systems; only consume food from highly-rated restaurants serving hot meals that have been cooked recently.
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What are the most effective methods of avoiding foodborne illnesses, such as salmonella and e. coli?
user
1. Cleaning hands often with soap and water, especially after handling raw food 
2. Thoroughly washing fruits and vegetables
3. Cooking food to the proper temperature, including foods like eggs
4. Only consuming cooked meat products that are steaming hot 
5.Refrigerating perishable foods promptly 
6 following directions on food labels.
7.Not consuming raw or undercooked eggs
8.Not swallowing uncooked seafood shells
assistant
What are the most effective methods of avoiding foodborne illnesses, such as salmonella and e. coli?