a.
To summarize:
The characteristics that differentiate food poisoning from gastrointestinal diseases.
Introduction:
The disease is a condition which is caused by improper diet, lack of exercise, infectious agents present in nature, toxic substances, genetic disorders, and depression. Stress also plays role in illness and disturbs the normal functioning of the body.
b.
To conduct:
A research and also discuss at least two new methods for detecting or eliminating microbial contaminants in the global food supply today.
Introduction:
Foodborne illness is defined as the type of illness which is caused by food contaminated with bacteria, virus, parasites, and toxins. Bacteria produce toxins in food items and once it is ingested, it causes infection which results in illness.
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