The food supply in the United States is among the safest in the world. However, there certain bacteria and pathogens that can contaminate food and cause foodborne illness, often known as food poisoning.
The Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition’s (CFSAN) Education Resource Library provides information related to food safety, including how you can safely buy, store, prepare and serve food.
Topic areas include:
- Dietary Supplements
- Foodborne Illness
- People At Risk
- Microwave Safety
- Risk Assessment
What You Need to Know about Safe Food Handling
Learn 4 Steps to Food Safety
The food supply in the United States is among the safest in the world. However, when certain disease-causing bacteria or pathogens contaminate food, they can cause foodborne illness, often called “food poisoning.”
The Education Resource Library is a compilation of printable educational materials on topics related to food safety, nutrition (including labeling and dietary supplements), and cosmetics. Sign-up for updates!