Over the years we have all heard advice related to food safety. Some of this advice rings true, while other guidance is just plain wrong. Our goal is to help you protect yourself and your family from foodborne illness. Hampton Roads Food Safety Company and the Partnership for Food Safety Education have information for consumers and educators that debunk common home food safety myths.
Bacteria that can cause illnesses grow rapidly in the“temperature danger zone” between 40°F and 140°F. Keeping a constant home refrigerator of 40°F is one of the most effective ways to reduce cases of listeriosis and other foodborne diseases. There are a lot of “myths” around temperature control, including people can know the temperature of their refrigerator without even measuring ! This year we are taking on consumer myths and ideas about the home refrigerator. |
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Common Myth I know my refrigerator is cold enough - I can feel it when I open it! Anyway, I have a dial to adjust the temperature. |