In Thai society, food consumption behavior is very different from the past. Raw food is quite prevalent, such as soy sauce, pickled shrimp, or even raw freshwater fish, etc., which causes the risk of parasites and may cause serious diseases. Therefore, it is a matter of mutual understanding of correct and appropriate eating behavior.

What are the most common germs found in raw meat?

1. Soi Ju

has a high risk of getting tapeworms. which is caused by eating parasitic larvae When the larva develops into an adult in the intestine The shape is similar to large noodles. Parasites compete for food in the intestines. People infected with the disease will often feel hungry. Pain in the epigastric region, abdominal discomfort, indigestion, nausea, vomiting, sometimes diarrhea, constipation, weight loss.

2. Squid,

this popular menu item can cause the squid to squirm and be choked into the windpipe or block the esophagus. risky Eating raw, unheated or frozen seafood There is a chance of being contaminated with Vibrio bacteria, causing severe gastrointestinal infections. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and large amounts of diarrhea.

3. Raw shrimp soaked

in fish sauce. Fresh shrimp may be contaminated with Vibrio. Parahaemolyticus (Vibrio parahaemolyticus), which is an infection found naturally in various environments along the coast and in seawater. The danger of this infection causes severe diarrhea. In some cases, headaches may occur. Vomiting or fever

4. Raw freshwater fish

It is a food that is at risk for liver fluke disease. In Thailand, it is an outbreak of liver flukes found in freshwater fish. Therefore, if you want to eat raw fish You should make sure first. And see if the cooking process is clean and hygienic or not. To avoid infection

Therefore, in order to prevent the risk of danger from eating various types of raw food, people should turn to creating the habit of eating food that has been freshly cooked, clean, and heated to a level that is safe for health. By purchasing raw materials from standardized sources. and before using various raw materials to cook food Should be washed with clean water. To reduce contamination of germs Chemical residue And eating all types of meat must be cooked inside. To avoid parasitic disease Diarrhea food poisoning and can be life threatening

Check the facts with: Professor Emeritus Dr. Sathaporn Chittapalphong, Dean of the Faculty of Veterinary Technology Kasetsart University

Source: Thai News Agency