When you heard about the recent outbreak of infections caused by Salmonella-tainted tomatoes, odds are you were surprised a mere vegetable was at the heart of the scare.But experts and data suggest Americans’ trust in the safety of their fruits and vegetables may be a little misplaced–just one of many misconceptions people have about food safety and food-borne disease.
When it comes to foods that pose safety concerns, Americans tend to worry the most about meat, not fresh produce. In fact, a new national study conducted by the Harvard School of Public Health shows that, of a representative national sample of 1,500 adults, 82% identified raw fish or sushi and 80% rare or medium-cooked hamburgers as at least somewhat risky. Only 36% of those surveyed found raw fruits and vegetables to be risky. Read more…
In Depth: Top Food-Safesty Misconceptions
According to Allison Van Dusen