When preparing for a vacation, we dream of enjoying every minute and avoiding any problems, including food poisoning.
Here are some basic tips to reduce the risk of poisoning and make your holiday comfortable and carefree.
Study the local cuisine in advance, learn about traditional dishes and how to prepare them
As you explore local cuisine, find out which foods may be unhealthy and avoid them.
Choose reliable restaurants with good reviews and recommendations
Give preference to establishments recommended by locals or tourists.
Use only high quality water
In some countries, the quality of tap water leaves much to be desired. Choose bottled water for drinking, brushing teeth, and cooking. Make sure the packaging is intact and do not add ice to your drinks.
Be careful with street food
Street food, of course, looks appetizing and can even taste quite good. But at the same time, such dishes pose a health risk. If you want to try authentic street food, choose places with a lot of visitors, where the food is prepared right in front of you.
Don't forget to practice hand hygiene
Washing your hands before eating is an effective way to prevent foodborne infections. Keep hand sanitizer with you in case you don’t have access to soap and water.
