During the monsoons, food poisoning cases spike as hygiene and sanitation take a hit. Are you aware of the precautions you need to be taking to avoid this monsoon monster? Take our quiz and find out!
1. Seafood is a healthy choice any time of the year
True
False
Wrong! Stale seafood can result in severe cases of food poisoning, with bouts of stomach cramps and vomiting. Prawns that have not been de-veined are the most common culprits apart from undercooked/raw fish.
Right! While seafood is one of the healthiest non-vegetarian choices, during the monsoons, you run a higher risk of an upset tummy since often seafood has been frozen or refrigerated for extended periods