20 Ways to Avoid Food Poisoning This Summer

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byBryanne SalazarJun 29, 2018

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Avoid tummy troubles this summer

Warmer weather means outdoor get-togethers and an increase in food-borne illnesses. According to the United States Department of Agriculture website, we're more apt to get food poisoning in the summer, because increased temps allow bacteria to multiply faster (and we tend to get lax about food safety when preparing and cooking meals outdoors). To keep the belly bugs at bay, we've assembled an easy-to-follow list of what you should and shouldn't be doing with your food this summer.

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