Back to school: lunch box food safety
August 1, 2021
STILLWATER, Okla. – Back to school is an exciting time filled with new school supplies, including a new lunch box. But a good lunch can easily go bad if not properly packed.
Without proper storage, perishable food is at risk for harmful bacteria after two hours, said Ravi Jadeja, food safety specialist for Oklahoma State University’s Robert M. Kerr Food and Agricultural Products Center.
“Bacteria that can cause foodborne illness, or food poisoning, grows rapidly at temperatures between 40 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit,” Jadeja said. “These microorganisms can multiply to dangerous le...
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