Ice cream, source of infections?

• April 24, 2024

With spring the first waves of heat appear and, with them, the desire to consume something cold, refreshing and sweet, for example, an ice cream; but can not this really cause some type of infection ?

Mexico consumes about 9.2 liters of this food per year, figures provided by the International Dairy Products Association . Among the most consumed flavors is vanilla, chocolate and Neapolitan.

However, eating an ice cream with cream carries risks, according to an investigation carried out by the Cornell University, Oxford and the Ministry of Health of China , called "Cornell Study " It states that ice cream, which is made with skim milk, presents a greater risk of contamination by different germs and by toxins produced by staphylococci.

The study also suggests that this food is a source of intoxication since many ingredients that make it up can be broken down during its production process or in refrigerators.

In an analysis conducted by the Regional Ministerial Secretariats of Health (Seremi) , in Chile, 162 samples were found that 53% of them had different bacteria that could affect the health of people, including Salmonella. The lack of hygiene in the spoons with which food is served and the explosion of wafers to environmental agents are some causes.

However, in hot seasons it is irresistible not to eat ice cream, so GetQoralHealth offers you some tips that will help you avoid infections:

1. Do not consume ice cream that exhibits a weak consistency.

2. They should not be crystallized or have ice chips.

3. If it comes from vending machines, they should be in refrigerated spaces, and not exposed to the environment.

4. Note that the ice cream parlor or dispensing stand are in good hygienic conditions, together with all its facilities.

5. They should have good hygiene with the spoons.

Remember, everything in excess is bad. Always try to eat a balanced diet so you can avoid some type of infection . Take care and love yourself!

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