However, a little common sense can go a long way toward insuring that a meal you eat out doesn't make you sick. The following tips can help you avoid food poisoning when you eat away from home. Avoid restaurants that look dirty or poorly maintained. Make sure employees have a clean, professional appearance. Do not order raw or rare meat or seafood.
Food poisoning is, at best, uncomfortable and, at worst, fatal.
Farmers, food processors, and retailers all work hard to insure that the food you purchase is safe. Furthermore, federal, state, and local agencies closely monitor all aspects of food production and processing. But, the ultimate responsibility for food safety is yours. You can greatly decrease your chances of getting food poisoning by choosing restaurants carefully, and selecting, storing, and preparing foods properly at home. References Institute of Food Technologists.