Which foods are healthy and nutritious?

You eat every day and pay attention to nutritional supplements, but do you know if what you eat is safe and healthy? So, how can you eat healthily?

1. Scallion Germs:

Studies have found that scallions contain parasites such as Cryptosporidium, Shigella, and Salmonella. Supermarket Avoidance Method: Buy frozen scallions, as indoor environments are easy for bacteria to grow.

Home Avoidance Method: Turn the faucet to the maximum to wash off dirt, and peel the outer layer of the scallion while cleaning.

Mixed Grain and Chicory Chicken Roll

2. Chicken Germs:

A study of 484 broiler chickens found that 42% were infected with Campylobacter and 12% with Salmonella. The latest survey found that Americans eat 70 pounds (35 kg) of chicken per person per year, more than beef, pork, and free-range chicken. Supermarket Avoidance Method: Choose chickens raised in free-range farms. These chickens have larger habitats and are slaughtered in smaller batches, so they are safer.

Home Avoidance Method: To avoid food poisoning, soak the raw meat in clean water after buying it, instead of placing it directly on a roasting pan. This shortcut can prevent infections from chicken and other foods. Remember to clean the knife and cutting board when cutting meat.

3. Ground Beef Germs:

A survey of meat in hamburgers found that it contains 53% of Clostridium perfringens, 30% of Staphylococcus, and 12% of Listeria. Supermarket Avoidance Method: Choose irradiated ground beef at the supermarket, as the packaging will usually have a label indicating it has been irradiated.

Home Avoidance Method: Adding fresh oregano oil to beef can prevent the growth of E. coli.

Steamed Beef in Rice Flour

4. Ground Turkey Germs:

This is potentially the dirtiest poultry meat. Studies have found that one-quarter of ground turkey contains Listeria, Campylobacter, Clostridium, or a combination of the three.

Supermarket Avoidance Method: Choose organic turkey. At checkout, use a dedicated meat bag for the turkey. Home Avoidance Method: Change your mindset about poultry. Imagine the poultry is contaminated, disinfect and wash the dishes that have held raw turkey with high heat, and wipe with paper towels, not a sponge.

5. Oyster Germs:

Oysters contain Norovirus (a pathogen found in the ocean), Campylobacter, and Vibrio, which can lead to diarrhea.

Supermarket Avoidance Method: Buy oysters that have been processed by famous chefs. Home Avoidance Method: It's simple, just eat cooked oysters. If you must eat raw oysters, be sure to read the purchase recommendations carefully.

Dual-flavor Oysters

6. Egg Germs:

Although pasteurization has reduced the amount of Salmonella in eggs to very low levels, eggs still contain bacteria. Choose fully cooked eggs instead of undercooked fried eggs. Supermarket Avoidance Method: Pay attention to the egg carton; look for words indicating it has been pasteurized, as well as the expiration date. Check each egg for cracks, as bacteria can easily get in through them.

Home Avoidance Method: Store eggs in their carton in the coolest part of the refrigerator. Remember to wash your hands after handling eggs.

7. Cantaloupe Germs:

Studies have found that 3.5% of cantaloupes contain Salmonella and Shigella (which can be transmitted from person to person). Since cantaloupe is usually eaten raw, the bacteria go directly into your intestines. Supermarket Avoidance Method: Buy a whole cantaloupe, as a cut one can easily allow bacteria to enter.

Home Avoidance Method: Wash the cantaloupe under running tap water with a cleaning solution for 15 to 30 seconds before eating. Ensure the brush you buy is only used for cleaning vegetables and fruits, otherwise, it can cause cross-contamination.

Braised Pork with Peaches

8. Peach Germs:

To make the surface of peaches look smooth and clean, farmers spray pesticides on them several weeks before harvesting. According to reports, by the time peaches reach consumers, their surfaces are covered with 9 layers of pesticides. Supermarket Avoidance Method: Use bags with an organic label to peaches and other fruits.

Home Avoidance Method: Many products have a layer of wax to keep the pesticides effective, so use a sponge or brush to wash off this layer of wax.

9. Pre-packaged Lettuce Germs:

Studies have found that 11% of food poisoning is caused by pre-packaged lettuce.

Supermarket Avoidance Method: Lettuce wrapped in plastic wrap is not pathogen-free; you can choose loose vegetables. Home Avoidance Method: Before eating, wash each leaf of the lettuce under running tap water.

Crispy and Refreshing Cold-dressed Lettuce Strips

10. Cold Cuts Germs:

Studies have found that cold cuts can easily cause Listeria, as Listeria thrives better in cold environments.

Supermarket Avoidance Method: Avoid choosing cold cuts from the deli section. Home Avoidance Method: Spread mustard on your sandwich, as it can kill 90% of Listeria, E. coli, and Salmonella within 2 hours.