You cannot see, smell, or taste the toxin that causes botulism, but taking even a small taste of food containing this toxin can be deadly. Follow these steps to protect yourself and others from botulism: Always use proper canning techniques and the right equipment for the kind of foods you're canning. 27 мая 2022 г.
Can you see botulism on food?
You cannot see, smell, or taste botulinum toxin – but taking even a small taste of food containing this toxin can be deadly.
Can you cook botulism out of food?
The toxin that Clostridium botulinum produces is among the most deadly food toxin known. Fortunately, heat destroys the toxin and cooking is the best way to control botulism.
How do you detect botulism?
To diagnose botulism, your doctor will check you for signs of muscle weakness or paralysis, such as drooping eyelids and a weak voice. Your doctor will also ask about the foods you've eaten in the past few days, and ask if you may have been exposed to the bacteria through a wound.
What foods can botulism be found in?
The botulinum toxin has been found in a variety of foods, including low-acid preserved vegetables, such as green beans, spinach, mushrooms, and beets; fish, including canned tuna, fermented, salted and smoked fish; and meat products, such as ham and sausage.
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