Sweetwater-Nolan County Health Department, Sweetwater, TX Videos
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🍎🍌🍇 Beware the Fruit Trap! The Dangers of Room Temperature Storage 🍎🍌🍇
Hello Healthy Eaters,
Let's talk about a common mistake many of us make – leaving fruits out at room temperature. While it might seem convenient, it can pose some serious risks to your health. Here's why you should think twice before letting your fruits lounge around:
🌡️ **Temperature Danger Zone**: Room temperature is often in the "danger zone" for food safety, which ranges from 40°F to 140°F (4°C to 60°C). Bacteria love this range and can multiply rapidly on your fruits.
🦠 **Bacterial Breeding Ground**: Fruits provide a perfect environment for bacteria to thrive, especially when they're ripe and juicy. Warmth, moisture, and sugars in fruits are like an all-you-can-eat buffet for harmful microorganisms.
💊 **Foodborne Illness**: Consumption of contaminated fruits can lead to foodborne illnesses, which can range from upset stomachs to severe infections. We want your snacks to nourish, not harm!
🕰️ **The Clock Is Ticking**: Fruits left at room temperature can start to spoil faster. Some fruits, like berries, may even mold within hours.
🧹 **Clean and Store**: To keep your fruits safe and fresh, wash them thoroughly, and then store them in the refrigerator. This slows down bacterial growth and extends their shelf life.
🍉 **Exceptions Exist**: Not all fruits need refrigeration immediately. Some, like avocados, bananas, and peaches, can ripen at room temperature and then be transferred to the fridge.
So, let's make a pact to treat our fruits right! Keep them cool, clean, and safe. Your taste buds and your tummy will thank you! 🍏🍓🍒 #FoodSafety #FreshFruits #HealthyEating#FoodSafetyMonth #SNCHD #LetskeepNolanCountySafe
Many Ways to Get the Flu
There are many ways to get the flu. Get your #fluvaccine for yourself, your family, and your community. #fluseason #VaccinationEducation
Wednesday's Sweetwater-Nolan County Area Resource Directory SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK Featuring: NCRP, Nolan County Renewal Project Directory: https://tinyurl.com/tdwtxdh2 If you have a resource you provide to the community and would like to be in the Resource Directory, please give us a call at 325-235-5463.
SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK for Wednesday: Brought to you by: Sweetwater-Nolan County Area Resource Directory Featuring: West Texas Children's Advocacy Center Directory: https://tinyurl.com/tdwtxdh2 If you have a resource you provide to the community and would like to be in the Resource Directory, please give us a call at 325-235-5463.