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     • Anyone can get food poisoning if they eat contaminated food, but some people are more likely to get sick from contamination than others. It depends on how much of the toxin they ingested and how concentrated it was. Your overall health plays a role in your risk of getting food poisoning, too.
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     Food Poisoning: Signs & Symptoms, Treatment, Causes

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   Can you get food poisoning if you eat contaminated food?

   • Food poisoning can happen to anyone who swallows contaminated food. Most people recover on their own, but some can become gravely ill. You’re more at risk if you’re pregnant, older than 65 or have a weakened immune system. Young children are also more at risk, especially from dehydration. What is food poisoning?

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   Can you get food poisoning from another person?

   • Yes, you can get food poisoning from another person if they have it and don't wash their hands after getting diarrhea or throwing up. You can get sick if you touch surfaces that they touched and then touch your eyes, nose, or mouth. Or if they touch your food without washing their hands.

   Food Poisoning Remedies: Treatment & Medication - WebMD

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   What causes food poisoning?

   • Food can be contaminated with any of the following: Bacteria. Viruses. Parasites that can live in the intestines. Poisons, also called toxins. Bacteria that carry or make toxins. Molds that make toxins. The term "food poisoning" is commonly used to describe all foodborne illnesses.

   Food poisoning - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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   Can food poisoning cause vomiting?

   • Vomiting is a natural response to food poisoning. It happens when your body tries to expel harmful organisms or toxins. Some experience projectile vomiting that subsides quickly, while others vomit intermittently for several days. If you can’t keep fluids down, seek medical help to avoid dehydration (17). Summary

   10 Signs and Symptoms of Food Poisoning - Healthline

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3. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › foodFood poisoning - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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   Feb 23, 2024 · Many germs or harmful things, called contaminants, can cause foodborne illnesses. Food or drink that carries a contaminant is called "contaminated." Food can be contaminated with any of the following: Bacteria. Viruses. Parasites that can live in the intestines. Poisons, also called toxins. Bacteria that carry or make toxins. Molds that make ...

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   Anyone can get food poisoning if they eat contaminated food, but some people are more likely to get sick from contamination than others. It depends on how much of the toxin they ingested and how concentrated it was.

5. www.healthline.com › nutrition › food-poisoning10 Signs and Symptoms of Food Poisoning - Healthline

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   • Author: Helen West, RD

   • Abdominal pain and cramps. Abdominal pain caused by food poisoning is felt around the trunk of your body. Harmful toxins irritate your stomach lining, causing cramping that is worsened when your abdominal muscles work to get rid of the organisms (6, 7).
   • Diarrhea. Diarrhea is watery and loose stools occurring three or more times in a 24-hour period, and it’s often caused by food poisoning. It’s usually accompanied by an urgent feeling for the bathroom and bloating/abdominal cramps (9).
   • Headaches. Headaches are extremely common (12). Stress, alcohol, dehydration, and fatigue can all be causes (13, 14, 15). Food poisoning may also lead to a headache, as it can cause both fatigue and dehydration.
   • Vomiting. Vomiting is a natural response to food poisoning. It happens when your body tries to expel harmful organisms or toxins. Some experience projectile vomiting that subsides quickly, while others vomit intermittently for several days.

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   Jul 24, 2024 · Food poisoning occurs when you consume foods contaminated with pathogens such as bacteria. See a table listing 24 causes, get prevention tips, and more.

7. inspection.canada.ca › fact-sheets › food-poisoningCauses of food poisoning - inspection.canada.ca

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   Food contaminated by bacteria, viruses and parasites (foodborne pathogens) can make you sick. Some people can have foodborne illness, also known as "food poisoning", and not even know they have it. Many people experience nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. You should see a doctor as soon as possible if you think you have a foodborne illness.

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   Apr 25, 2024 · You can get infected with a virus by drinking unsafe water, washing produce with contaminated water, or eating food prepared by someone infected with a virus. Two viruses that cause food...

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   Food-borne illness (also known as "food poisoning") happens when a person gets sick from eating food that has been contaminated with a harmful micro-organism. These micro-organisms can be bacteria, parasites or viruses. Every year, more than 4 million Canadians get food poisoning.