Each case of food-borne illness cannot be traced, but where we do know the original, or the vehicle of transmission, it is, overwhelmingly, an animal product. According to the US Centers for Disease Control {CDC}, poultry is by far the largest cause... 83 percent of all chicken meat {including organic and antibiotic-free brands} is infected with either campylobacter or salmonella at the time of purchase... The next time a friend has... the stomach flu - ask a few questions... he or she was probably among the 76 million cases of food-borne illness the CDC estimates occur in America each year.
Food-borne illnesses are challenging to trace, but when their source is identified, animal products are frequently responsible. The CDC highlights that poultry stands out as a significant contributor, with an alarming 83 percent of chicken meat available for purchase containing pathogens like campylobacter or salmonella, regardless of whether it's organic or antibiotic-free.
This alarming statistic suggests that food safety is a major concern in the consumption of poultry. With the CDC estimating around 76 million food-borne illness cases in the U.S. annually, it's crucial to be aware of the potential risks associated with eating chicken and to consider the health implications when someone experiences stomach flu symptoms.
