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With the upcoming long bank holiday weekend approaching, many of us will be enjoying delicious meals prepared by friends and family. But amidst the festivities, it's important to consider the potential risks of harmful bacteria lurking in our kitchens. Ipsos UK recently conducted a survey to explore Brits' habits and beliefs around food hygiene. Shockingly, 4 in 10 people admitted to using the same tea towel for multiple purposes, neglecting the advice of the Food Standards Agency. Other concerning practices include checking phones while cooking (36%) and storing leftover food in open containers in the fridge (19%). Despite the FSA warning about the dangers of slowly chilling food, 6 in 10 respondents believed it was safer to let food cool to room temperature before refrigerating it. The survey also uncovered misconceptions about freezing food, eating food off the floor, and washing chicken before cooking. Ipsos researcher Federica Curcurú highlighted the disconnect between knowledge and actions when it comes to food hygiene. While most may get away with these habits, the reality is that over 2.4 million cases of food poisoning occur in the UK each year according to the FSA. The survey serves as a reminder of the importance of debunking common myths and practicing good food hygiene. Only 31% of Britons always or frequently wash raw chicken before cooking, indicating a need for better education around food safety. #FoodHygiene #Foodies #Easter #FoodSafety

The long bank holiday weekend is fast approaching. Whether you celebrate Easter or not, many of us will be enjoying meals lovingly prepared by friends and family over the coming bank holiday. But who are these meals nourishing more? Us, or the scores of potentially harmful bacteria and other hidden nasties in kitchens across the land? Ipsos UK polled the British public through our i:omnibus research platform to understand Brits’ habits and beliefs around food hygiene. Despite Food Standards Agency advice on the contaminative dangers of the humble tea towel, our survey finds 4 in 10 of us (39%) using the same tea towel for multiple purposes, including drying hands and kitchen objects.🐰 Other questionable culinary practices include at least frequently checking our phones whilst preparing food (36%) and storing leftover food in open containers in the refrigerator (19%). Overall, almost one in three (31%) Britons frequently (or always) wash raw chicken before cooking it. While the FSA say harmful bacteria can grow in food that is left to chill slowly, 6 in 10 Brits think it’s safer to eat food that has been gradually cooled down to room temperature before refrigerating it rather than putting ist straight into the fridge. Other key findings: 🐰 A quarter of Britons (25%) said that the statement “Freezing food kills all harmful bacteria” is true (it's FALSE) 🐰 1 in 5 (18%) appear to believe “It is always safe to eat food that has been on the floor for less than five seconds” (it's FALSE) 🐰 17% think that the statement “Washing chicken before cooking it is not always safe, as it can spread harmful bacteria to areas close to the kitchen sink” is false (it's TRUE) Ipsos researcher Federica Curcurú says: The results show a mixed picture in terms of our habits and understanding around food hygiene and a possible gap between common knowledge and practises. For instance, nearly nine in ten Brits know they should not use the same cutting board for raw meat and vegetables without washing it in between, yet only 18% always does that. The findings of our research serve as a salutary reminder of the importance to debunk common myths. So while most commiting these culinary misdemeanours escape unscathed, with the FSA estimating that there are over 2.4 million cases of food poisoning every year in the UK, the survey findings are food for thought! #FoodHygiene #Foodies #Easter #FoodSafety

🛑𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠: teens dying after eating shawarma, numerous hospitalizations from food poisoning, and a family getting sick after drinking grape juice, etc, etc., ⚠️Each incident shakes our lives and makes us question the safety of what we consume daily.🥗 😇Food should nourish us, not harm us. Yet, these tragic events highlight a growing crisis in food safety. It’s time to ask ourselves: 🚨𝑨𝒓𝒆 𝒘𝒆 𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒇𝒐𝒐𝒅 𝒐𝒓 𝒑𝒐𝒊𝒔𝒐𝒏? On this 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐃𝐚𝐲, let's confront the harsh reality: unsafe food is a hidden threat that can strike anyone, anywhere. ⚠️ 🛡️Let's ensure that every meal is safe and healthy. Remember, the next bite could be life-saving or life-threatening. 𝑪𝒉𝒐𝒐𝒔𝒆 𝒘𝒊𝒔𝒆𝒍𝒚, 𝒅𝒆𝒎𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒔𝒂𝒇𝒆𝒕𝒚, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒔𝒑𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒅 𝒂𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔. #worldfoodsafetyday || #awareness || #preventfoodbornediseases || #stayhealthy || #wellness || #prioritizesafefood

Let's emphasise the critical importance of ensuring safe, nutritious food for all. By adopting safe food handling practises, to promote health and reduce risk of food borne illnesses. If it's not safe, it's not food. #WorldFoodSafetyDay

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲?🥗 🍲 Imagine enjoying your favourite meal only to end up feeling extremely sick. Unfortunately, this is the reality for one in ten people worldwide every year, all because of contaminated food. Contaminated food can contain bacteria, viruses, parasites, and harmful chemicals. These contaminants can cause over 200 diseases, ranging from mild digestive issues to life-threatening conditions. Foodborne illnesses are, therefore, a major global health concern. The good news is that you can avoid these dangers by practicing proper food handling, cooking, and storage. Food safety isn't just a kitchen task; it's a crucial step towards a healthier world. This #WorldFoodSafetyDay, be reminded that food safety is everyone’s business. #worldfoodsafetyday2024 #FoodSafety #PublicHealth #StaySafe #HealthyEating #onehealth

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