HTM 2700 Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Listeria Monocytogenes, Maple Leaf Foods, Ground Beef

• School: University of Guelph
• Department: Hospitality and Tourism Management
• Course: HTM 2700
• Professor: Val Allen

Document Summary

What is foodborne illness? caused by the consumption of a contaminated food foods are contaminated with microorganisms, chemicals or other foreign materials. (course pack p. 10) = microorganisms that cause illness in humans and that were transmitted by the consumption of a food. = illness that results from eating food containing living, disease-causing (pathogenic) microorganisms. Pathogens are present and grow in the gastrointestinal (gi) tract. Pathogens are often, but not always, present in large numbers. Pathogens enter body and multiply in gi tract. Meat products from maple leaf plant 97b in toronto. At least 12 confirmed dead, dozens ill across canada with listeriosis. Incubation period: few days to 3 weeks. Symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, headache, chills, backache. Foods: unpasteurized milk&cheese, meats&poultry, ice cream, raw vegetables and ready-to-eat foods. Pregnant women: miscarriage, premature delivery, stillbirth or very sick newborn. = illness caused by eating food containing harmful toxins. Cut 1cm surface cheese (soft->throw it out!_