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It starts when poisons, viruses, parasites, or bad bacteria find their way into the stomach. Among common offenders are Salmonella, E. coli, Listeria, and norovirus. Usually starting hours after consumption, symptoms include nausea, vomiting, stomach ache, diarrhoea, fever, and weakness.
Food poisoning ranges in severity. While most cases are minor and go away without medical attention, severe cases—especially in young children, the elderly, pregnant women, or those with compromised immune systems—may cause major issues including kidney difficulties or dehydration. While the body removes the toxins, stay well-hydrated and rest. Solutions for oral rehydration might assist to replenish electrolytes and lost fluids.
Good food handling and hygiene practices—such as cleaning hands before cooking, fully cooking meats, preventing cross-contamination, and rapidly refrigerating perishable foods—help to prevent food poisoning. Further lowering risk is avoiding raw seafood, un pasteurised dairy, and food from unsanitary sources.
Medical advice is advised in cases when symptoms continue beyond a few days or intensify. Food poisoning can be efficiently controlled and usually avoided with quick care and preventative practices.