How to Lower the Risk of Foodborne Illness

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Skip the Salad Bar

Lots of restaurants offer a complimentary salad bar with dinner, but don't let your guard down. Many people take advantage of the self-service salad bar, and there's no way of ensuring their hygienic practices. Exposure to various microbes is just one issue. Though they should regularly check the temperature of the salad bar, busy restaurants often let this practice slip.