Taste vs. health: 5 common street foods and their link to food poisoning

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We are talking of lip-smacking, delicious street foods here..

In an interview with HT lifestyle, Dr Rekha Sharma, Consultant Physician, Ruby Hall, Wanowrie, said, Indian street food is a vibrant reflection of the countrys rich cultural diversity..

Improper storage of the chutney or the fritters left at room temperature for too long can lead to bacteria growth and food poisoning from staphylococcus aureus or clostridium perfringens...

For Consumers:Do not eat from any unknown street food stalls, especially when visiting a new city.Inquire from the locals about the good, hygienic food stall vendors.Hygiene hands (before consuming).Observe the vendor's practices, hygiene and safe water.For.

Vendors:Maintain personal hygiene and sanitation standards.The food must be prepared with clean water.Do not sell fruits that are cut- there is a higher risk of contamination.Meat must be well-cooked and proper safe food handling should be practiced...