{"id":2412,"date":"2020-09-03T15:43:28","date_gmt":"2020-09-03T15:43:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/soundhealthwellness.com\/kp\/?post_type=news_articles&p=2412"},"modified":"2020-09-03T15:43:52","modified_gmt":"2020-09-03T15:43:52","slug":"food-safety-tips","status":"publish","type":"news_articles","link":"https:\/\/soundhealthwellness.com\/kp\/news_articles\/food-safety-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"FOOD SAFETY TIPS"},"content":{"rendered":"\"\"<\/a>\n

The bacteria that causes food poisoning multiply quickest in the \u201cDanger Zone\u201d when food temperatures are between 40\u00b0F and 140\u00b0F.\u00a0 Keeping foods out of the \u201cDanger Zone\u201d by cooling, storing, and reheating safely is an important part of meal prep. Fortunately, many of the steps you take to meal prep are the same steps you\u2019d take to prepare and store food safely!<\/p>\n

Cooling Food<\/strong>
\nIt\u2019s important to cool food as rapidly as possible to prevent bacteria growth. Avoid the Danger Zone by dividing large batches of food into shallow or single serving containers, and cut large items such as roasts, and casseroles into smaller portions.\u00a0 Put hot food directly in the refrigerator or freezer after cooking.<\/p>\n

Storing Food
\n<\/strong>Store your meals in airtight containers to keep food fresh and keep bacteria out.\u00a0 According to the USDA, meals can be kept in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days or frozen for 3 to 4 months.\u00a0 While frozen meals are safe indefinitely if kept at or below 0\u00b0F, they will lose moisture and flavor overtime.\u00a0 When you get to work, be sure to store your meal in the refrigerator, or a lunchbox with ice pack. Never leave your lunch in a hot car!<\/p>\n

Reheating Food
\n<\/strong>Whether you use an oven or a microwave, you want to make sure you reheat your food thoroughly.\u00a0 This means bringing your food up to 165\u02daF or above. Be sure to stir meals in the middle of heating, especially if they are frozen.\u00a0 Frozen meals should not be thawed before reheating in the microwave or oven.<\/p>\n

Know When to Throw Food Out<\/strong>
\nNo one wants to waste food, but sometimes being safe is better than being sorry. The USDA has put together a handy Cold Storage Food Chart<\/a> to help you determine if something is still safe or fresh to eat.<\/p>\n

Want to learn more? Visit the USDA\u2019s Safe Food Handling website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Source: <\/em>www.foodsafety.gov<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

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