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Food borne bacteria, parasites and viruses, collectively Food Borne Pathogens ("FBP"), are typically treated in the commercial food industry using a combination of approaches. The other answers are correct in saying that cold temperatures will not kill FBPs, but rather only prevent their growth. While properly refrigerating and freezing food is an important step in preventing food borne illness, it will not kill FBPs. Heat is a highly effective way to kill FBPs. When using heat to kill FBPs, it is not only important to make sure the temperature is high enough, but also that the exposure to that heat is long enough. The duration of exposure should be long enough to raise the internal temperature of the food to the relevant degree. According to the National Institute of Health, some appropriate internal temperatures are as follows: 145°F for roasts, steaks, and chops of beef, veal, and lamb; 160°F for pork, ground veal, and ground beef; 165°F for ground poultry; and 180°F for whole poultry. Chemicals, whether naturally occurring or synthetically created, are another effective way to prevent the growth, and in some instances kill, FBPs. Salt, vinegar and lemon juice are some common "chemicals" used to alter the pH of a food to aid in its preservation by inhibiting the growth of FBPs. Other noteworthy ways to inhibit the growth of FBPs include, smoking, pressurization and radiation. Here is input from other WikiAnswers' contributors:
* If your talking about killing germs on the food try boiling it in water if its solid like fish.
== == * I'd say hot temperatures, such as boiling or heating to above 60 degrees Celsius. Freezing doesn't get rid of bacteria, it just prevents it from growing any further, and I'm not sure about mixing chemicals, so I'd say heating would be safest.
* Heat is the best way to kill bacteria, but it has to be really hot, lukewarm is their favorite temperature and would only encourage them. Mixing in chemicals could poison the food, or would do the same as the heat- so do heat to be on the safe side.
What else can I help you with?
Why is cooked meat safer than raw meat?
Cooking meat kills "germs."
What room of house has the most germs?
Your kitchen because you cut meat and other food that has germs on it
Is it harmful to eat meat tenderizer alone?
Meat tenderizer alone should not be harmful.
Where do think the salmonella come from?
Germs undercooked eggs or meat.
Where should you keep raw meat and cooked meat in?
Because the germs from the raw food contaminates with the germs from the cokked food. Even when on the chopping board they should never be kept together.
Why must pork be cooked?
This temperature will kill germs that may be in the meat.
Can you cook meat that has spoiled?
No, it is not safe to cook and eat meat that has spoiled. Cooking will not kill all the harmful bacteria that may have grown on the spoiled meat, which can make you sick. It is best to throw away spoiled meat to avoid foodborne illness.
Is it safe for cats to eat old meat?
No, it is not safe for cats to eat old meat as it can contain harmful bacteria that can make them sick. It is best to feed cats fresh and properly stored meat to ensure their health and safety.
It is safe to place cooked food on a plate that previously held raw meat?
No, it is not safe to place cooked food to place where previously raw meat was placed in condition if the place is not washed clean because the germs present in raw meat can contaminate to cooked food too like bacillus anthracis
Can you reuse marinade when cooking?
It is not safe to reuse marinade that has been in contact with raw meat, as it can contain harmful bacteria. It is best to discard any leftover marinade after using it to marinate meat.
Can spoiled meat be cooked and made safe to eat?
No, cooking spoiled meat does not make it safe to eat. Spoiled meat can contain harmful bacteria that can cause food poisoning even if it is cooked. It is best to discard spoiled meat to avoid the risk of illness.
Is it safe for dogs to eat old meat?
No, it is not safe for dogs to eat old meat as it can contain harmful bacteria that can make them sick. It is best to always feed dogs fresh and properly stored meat to ensure their health and safety.
