Food poisoning is illness from eating food contaminated with germs or toxins, often causing nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. This article is general information, not medical advice.
1. Key points
Most cases get better on their own.
The main risk is dehydration, so sip fluids.
Seek care for bloody diarrhea, high fever, signs of dehydration or symptoms lasting several days.
Safe food handling: clean, separate, cook and chill.
2. Prevention
Refrigerate leftovers promptly and cook foods to safe internal temperatures.
See also
Dehydration — Dehydration happens when your body loses more fluid than it takes in, from heat, exercise…
References
officialFoodborne Illness — MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine
