Description
A simple meal can sometimes turn into a source of illness, if the food consumed is contaminated with harmful bacteria, viruses, or toxins, leading to foodborne illness. This condition often strikes suddenly, bringing uncomfortable and sometimes severe symptoms such as stomach cramps, vomiting, and diarrhoea. These symptoms not only disrupt daily life but can also lead to dehydration and other serious complications, underscoring the importance of knowing the possible causes and symptoms. To help, in this blog, we’ll go through the signs to watch for, the common sources behind foodborne illness, and the steps one may take for treatment. But first, it is important to understand exactly what foodborne illness means and how it develops.