Thrive Kitchen: Food Safety

Did you know that some cancer treatments can make it easier for you to get sick from contaminated foods? The National Cancer Institute recently released a video highlighting 8 tips for food safety to reduce the risk of foodborne illness. Watch the video, or review the tips below.

1. Wash hands, knives, and countertops before and after preparing food.
2. Use separate cutting boards and knives for meats and produce.
3. Wash all raw fruits and vegetables before eating them.
4. Thaw meats and fish in the refrigerator or the microwave, not in the sink.
5. Don't consume raw fish or meat or unroasted nuts.
6. Don't consume unpasteurized juices, eggs, or dairy products.
7. Use a thermometer to cook meat or eggs to safe temperatures.
8. Don't eat food sitting out for more than 2 hours. Refrigerate leftovers immediately and eat them within three days.