π Should u wash fruits & vegetables with soap?
π« No.
π§ Clean running water is the safest choice for most fresh produce.
π§Ό Soap residues aren't meant to be eaten.
β Do you wash your fruits with only water or do you use something else? Tell us
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βοΈ Myth or Fact?
Should hot food stay on the counter until it's completely cold?
β No.
π₯£ Divide into shallow containers and refrigerate within 2 hours.
π₯Ά Keep your fridge at β€5Β°C.
What is your practice at home?
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π Smells fine?
π Looks fine?
π Tastes fine?
π¦ It can still make you sick.
Don't rely on your senses alone to judge food safety.
When in doubt, throw it out.
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π§ Can you refreeze thawed / defrosted food?
β Yesβif it was thawed safely in the refrigerator (β€5Β°C).
β Noβif it was left on the kitchen counter.
π₯Ά Safe thawing starts in the fridge.
How do you thaw / defrost?
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π§ Is your fridge actually cold enough?
π₯Ά Recommended temperature: β€ 5Β°C
π¦ Even a slightly warm fridge can reduce food shelf life and increase food safety risks.
Have you ever checked your fridge temperature? π
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βWould you eat food left on the counter overnight?
π¦ Bacteria grow rapidly between 5Β°C and 60Β°C.
π₯Ά Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
β¨οΈ Reheat to >82Β°C.
Food poisoning or take care of your food, your choice.
What's your rule at home? π
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Sanitize regularly, especially after preparing raw foods
A clean cutting board is one of the simplest ways to reduce cross-contamination in your kitchen
Small food safety habits can make a big difference in protecting your family
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πͺ΅ Amazing Food Fact #7
Your Cutting Board Could Be Hiding Bacteria!
Most people wash their cutting boards after use, but deep knife cuts and scratches can trap tiny food particles and moisture.
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β Food Safety Tips
πΉ Wash cutting boards thoroughly with hot, soapy water after each use
πΉ Allow boards to dry completely before storage
πΉ Use separate cutting boards for raw meat and vegetables
πΉ Replace boards that have deep cuts, cracks, or damage
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