Nutrition: Concepts and Controversies
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Author: Sizer, Frances , WHITNEY, Ellie
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 12, Problem 1SC
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Microorganisms can cause foodborne illness either by infection or intoxication.
Concept Introduction:
Bacteria, fungi, and viruses are classes of microorganisms that ae responsible for illness caused due to food. They do so by means of directly invading body tissues and bloodstream spreading infection or they produce harmful toxins in the body.
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