FOOD SAFETY

FOOD SECURITY AT THE FAMILY LEVEL

PART ONE

 Things to Consider

Food safety is very important in our daily life. When we talk about food safety at the family level, we mean the steps taken by each family member to ensure that the food they consume is safe and good for their health. The following are important things that every family should consider when it comes to food safety.

1. Food Shopping: When shopping for food, make sure you choose reputable stores that offer quality food products. Check the expiration date and cleanliness of the products. Avoid buying foods that look spoiled or past their expiration date.
2. Food Storage: It is important to have proper methods of food storage to prevent spoilage and avoid disease transmission. Make sure your refrigerator is kept at an adequate temperature to store foods that need to be chilled. Keep refrigerated foods separate from regular foods to avoid the possibility of bacterial contamination.
3. Hand Hygiene: An easy and effective way to prevent foodborne illnesses is to wash your hands with clean water and soap before preparing food or eating. Also, it is important to teach young children the importance of washing their hands before eating in order to develop good hygiene habits.
4. Food Preparation: When preparing food, make sure that the utensils and cooking equipment are clean before you start. Keep toxic ingredients such as pesticides away from cooking areas, as they can affect food safety. Also, make sure that meat dishes are cooked properly to ensure that no harmful bacteria remain.
5. Sanitation: Clean the cooking area and other parts of the kitchen regularly. Keep clean utensils and food in a clean place to avoid attracting insects and prevent bacterial growth.
6. Waste Disposal: Don't forget about proper waste disposal. Place garbage in covered containers and store away from the stove.
7. Waste Disposal: Don't forget about proper waste disposal. Place garbage in covered containers and store away from the stove.

By following these simple steps for food safety at the family level, you can ensure that you and your family enjoy safe and healthy food. Remember, being careful and focusing on food safety is everyone's responsibility.

In the next section we will look at the Effects of not paying attention to Food Safety.

Prepared by: 

EMMANUEL INKYA 

AfyaBora Nutrition Organization