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Food delivery services that allow you to order meals easily from your smartphone are widely used in many countries, including Malaysia. However, with takeout and delivered food, there can be a considerable amount of time between when the food is prepared and when it is eaten. In Malaysia\u2019s hot climate, food can spoil more easily, which may increase the risk of food poisoning.<\/p>\n

So, what exactly is food poisoning? Food poisoning refers to illness caused by eating food contaminated with harmful bacteria, viruses, or other pathogens. It can cause symptoms such as stomach pain, diarrhea, vomiting, and fever. So, what can you do to reduce the risk of food poisoning?<\/p>\n

Food delivery services increasingly offer contactless delivery, but it is important never to leave food sitting outside your door. Once you receive your food, bring it indoors and store it at an appropriate temperature as soon as possible. It is also a good idea to transfer the food from the delivery container to a clean plate or dish and always wash your hands before eating.\u3000You might be thinking, \u201cBut isn\u2019t one of the best things about takeout and food delivery that I don\u2019t have to wash dishes?\u201d That may be true, but these extra steps are worthwhile to avoid getting sick and regretting it later. As a general rule, you should order only as much food as you can eat. If you do have leftovers, transfer them to a clean, airtight container and refrigerate them rather than leaving them in the original delivery container.<\/p>\n

It is also important to choose a reputable restaurant or food establishment. Check reviews and ratings, and choose places that appear to have good food hygiene practices. Be especially careful during busy ordering periods or when the delivery distance is long, as the time between preparation and eating may be extended. If the food smells unusual or looks abnormal, do not take a chance\u2014throw it away.<\/p>\n

Takeout and food delivery have become an essential part of life for many busy people. To enjoy your meals safely and with peace of mind, why not take this opportunity to review how you handle delivered and takeout food?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":2716,"template":"","class_list":["post-2723","medical-articles","type-medical-articles","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nLove Food Delivery? But What About Food Poisoning? - Hibari Clinic Malaysia<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/my.hibariclinic.com\/en\/medical-articles\/love-food-delivery-but-what-about-food-poisoning\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Love Food Delivery? 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