Canned food, vitamins and public health. Serger (Pharm. Cent. 67, 65,)

1926 ◽  
Vol 22 (7) ◽  
pp. 874-875
Author(s):  
K. Bening
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Food Processing ◽  
Canned Food

Serger (Pharm. Cent. 67, 65,), discussing the effect of various food processing, in particular their preservation, on the content of vitamins in them, points out. that in relation to t vitamins A and B are more persistent, and C is less.

Biofilm Formation and Associated Genes in Listeria Monocytogenes

2017 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
S. R. Warke ◽  
V. C. Ingle ◽  
N. V. Kurkure ◽  
P. A. Tembhurne ◽  
Minakshi Prasad ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Listeria Monocytogenes ◽  
Multiplex Pcr ◽  
Food Processing ◽  
Biofilm Formation ◽  
Milk Samples ◽  
Biofilm Production ◽  
Food Borne ◽  
Serious Infections ◽  
Microtiter Assay

Listeria monocytogenes, an opportunistic food borne pathogen can cause serious infections in immunocompromised individuals. L. monocytogenes is capable of producing biofilm on the surface of food processing lines and instruments.The biofilm transfers contamination to food products and impose risk to public health. In the present study biofilm producing ability of L. monocytogenes isolates were investigated phenotypically and genotypically by microtiter assay and multiplex PCR, respectively. Out of 38 L. monocytogenes isolates 14 were recovered from animal clinical cases, 12 bovine environment and 12 from milk samples. A total of 3 (21.42%) clinical, 2 (16.66%) environment and 3 (25%) milk samples respectively, revealed biofilm production in microtiter assay. Cumulative results showed that 23 (60.52%) out of 38 strains of L. monocytogenes were positive for luxS and flaA gene and 1 (2.63%) was positive only for the flaA gene.

Incidence of Canned Food Spoilage at the Retail Level1

1981 ◽  
Vol 44 (9) ◽  
pp. 682-685 ◽  
Author(s):  
I. J. PFLUG ◽  
P. M. DAVIDSON ◽  
R. G. HOLCOMB
Keyword(s):  
Incidence Rate ◽  
Food Processing ◽  
Incidence Rates ◽  
Food Chains ◽  
Sales Volume ◽  
Food Spoilage ◽  
Volume Data ◽  
Canned Food ◽  
Microbiological Analyses ◽  
Vacuum Testing

Swelled cans were collected over a 17-month period from outlets of two supermarket food chains. Each swelled can was classified by product and the probable cause of the swelled condition. Using weekly sales volume data for each outlet, the incidence rate of swelled cans for each type of food was estimated. The incidence rates ranged from 2.1 to 78.4 swelled cans per 100,000 units sold, depending upon the type of food. Of the 1.104 swelled cans collected, 314 (28.4%) were found to have major container defects which were assumed to have resulted in the swelled condition. Microbiological analyses were performed on the products in the remaining 790 cans; the following results were obtained: (a) typical leaker spoilage, 86%; (b) typical underprocessing spoilage, 7%; (c) thermophilic spoilage, 1% and (d) nonmicrobial swells, 6%. Using vacuum testing and double seam measurements, the causes of the leakage were determined as follows: (a) poor or questionable quality canner's end double seam, 51%; (b) leaks at locations other than the double seam, 26% and (c) poor or questionable quality manufacturer's end double seam, 4%. It was concluded that examining swelled cans of low-acid foods at the retail level is a valid method for evaluating the canning operation of commercial food processing.

Antimicrobial Resistance of Campylobacter jejuni Isolated from Chicken Carcasses in the Federal District, Brazil

2013 ◽  
Vol 76 (4) ◽  
pp. 691-693 ◽  
Author(s):  
HELENIRA MELO de MOURA ◽  
PATRÍCIA RENAULT SILVA ◽  
PATRÍCIA HELENA CALDEIRA da SILVA ◽  
NARA RÚBIA SOUZA ◽  
ALINE MONDINI C. RACANICCI ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Antimicrobial Resistance ◽  
Nalidixic Acid ◽  
Campylobacter Jejuni ◽  
Health Problem ◽  
Food Processing ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Federal District ◽  
Antimicrobial Drugs ◽  
High Level

The aim of the present study was to perform microbiological isolation of Campylobacter jejuni from chilled chicken carcasses marketed in the Federal District of Brazil and to subject the strains to an antibiogram. A total of 92 samples from chilled chicken carcasses were acquired, 18 of which (19.56%) tested positive for C. jejuni. A total of 16 strains were tested for susceptibility to eight antimicrobial drugs. All 16 strains were resistant to ciprofloxacin, 15 strains to nalidixic acid, streptomycin, tetracycline, and gentamycin, 14 strains to amoxicillin, 11 strains to erythromycin, and 6 strains to chloramphenicol. The present study is the first to report on the presence of C. jejuni in chilled chicken carcasses marketed in the Federal District region of Brazil. These results may indicate flaws in certain steps of this food processing and highlight a possible public health problem due to the high level of resistance exhibited by the isolated strains.

scholarly journals Perspective: Public Health Nutrition Policies Should Focus on Healthy Eating, Not on Calorie Counting, Even to Decrease Obesity

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 549-556 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ana C Fernandes ◽  
Débora K Rieger ◽  
Rossana P C Proença
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Healthy Eating ◽  
Food Processing ◽  
Heart Diseases ◽  
Health Improvement ◽  
Cooking Methods ◽  
Public Health Nutrition ◽  
Caloric Value ◽  
Nutrition Policies ◽  
Calorie Counting

ABSTRACT Calorie-focused policies, such as calorie menu labeling, seem to result in minor shifts toward healthier choices and public health improvement. This paper discusses the (lack of) relations between energy intake and healthy eating and the rationale for shifting the focus of public health nutrition policies to healthier foods and meals. We argue that the benefits of reducing caloric intake from low-quality foods might not result from the calorie reduction but rather from the reduced consumption of low-quality foods. It is better to consume a given number of calories from high-quality foods than a smaller number of calories from low-quality foods. It is not possible to choose a healthy diet solely based on the caloric value of foods because calories are not equal; they differ in nutritional quality according to their source. Foods are more than just a collection of calories and nutrients, and nutrients interact differently when presented as foods. Different subtypes of a macronutrient, although they have the same caloric value, are metabolized and influence health in different ways. For instance, industrial trans fats increase lipogenesis and the risk of heart diseases, whereas monounsaturated fats have the opposite effect. Food processing and cooking methods also influence the nutritional value of foods. Thus, public health nutrition policies should stop encouraging people to focus mainly on calorie counting to fight noncommunicable diseases. Instead, policies should focus on ingredients, dietary sources, and food processing and cooking methods.

Listeria monocytogenes Persistence in Food-Associated Environments: Epidemiology, Strain Characteristics, and Implications for Public Health

2014 ◽  
Vol 77 (1) ◽  
pp. 150-170 ◽  
Author(s):  
V. FERREIRA ◽  
M. WIEDMANN ◽  
P. TEIXEIRA ◽  
M. J. STASIEWICZ
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Listeria Monocytogenes ◽  
Food Processing ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Molecular Subtype ◽  
Special Focus ◽  
Quantitative Microbial Risk Assessment ◽  
Genetic Characteristics ◽  
Economic Implications ◽  
Processing Plants

Over the last 10 to 15 years, increasing evidence suggests that persistence of Listeria monocytogenes in food processing plants for years or even decades is an important factor in the transmission of this foodborne pathogen and the root cause of a number of human listeriosis outbreaks. L. monocytogenes persistence in other food-associated environments (e.g., farms and retail establishments) may also contribute to food contamination and transmission of the pathogen to humans. Although L. monocytogenes persistence is typically identified through isolation of a specific molecular subtype from samples collected in a given environment over time, formal (statistical) criteria for identification of persistence are undefined. Environmental factors (e.g., facilities and equipment that are difficult to clean) have been identified as key contributors to persistence; however, the mechanisms are less well understood. Although some researchers have reported that persistent strains possess specific characteristics that may facilitate persistence (e.g., biofilm formation and better adaptation to stress conditions), other researchers have not found significant differences between persistent and nonpersistent strains in the phenotypic characteristics that might facilitate persistence. This review includes a discussion of our current knowledge concerning some key issues associated with the persistence of L. monocytogenes, with special focus on (i) persistence in food processing plants and other food-associated environments, (ii) persistence in the general environment, (iii) phenotypic and genetic characteristics of persistent strains, (iv) niches, and (v) public health and economic implications of persistence. Although the available data clearly indicate that L. monocytogenes persistence at various stages of the food chain contributes to contamination of finished products, continued efforts to quantitatively integrate data on L. monocytogenes persistence (e.g., meta-analysis or quantitative microbial risk assessment) will be needed to advance our understanding of persistence of this pathogen and its economic and public health impacts.

scholarly journals Hygiene and Sanitation of Food Processing Center in Gudang 100 Warehouse at Tanjung Perak Sea Port of Surabaya 2018

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 69
Author(s):  
Tifal - Dakwani
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Food Processing ◽  
Food Contamination ◽  
The Other ◽  
Food Storage ◽  
Food Handlers ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Port Area ◽  
Dining Room ◽  
Cross Sectional Design

Food Processing Premise is a place for processing food raw ingredients to become ready to consume food. In order to function optimally, the premises are needed to be controlled frequently particularly in the port area where many visitors and staffs are in needs of health protection during their activities in this area.  For this purpose, the authority has been attempting to increase and maintain food and baverage quality in this area therefore it could avoid any public health menaces from food contamination and intoxication for the population. As basic health survey (RISKESDAS) in 2013 reported diseases contributed as public health threats such as diarrhea 3.5%, typhoid 2.2%, hepatitis 1.2% (Riskesdas, 2013). The study aims to analyse the hygiene and sanitation implementation of food processing center in Gudang 100 warehouse at Tanjung Perak Sea Port of Surabaya. This present study is an observational study with cross sectional design. The sample was obtained based on 2017 data and mapping of 60 food tenant premises. 5 places were observed during study period. The variables observed were including of location, building, sanitation facilities, dining room, food storage, ingredients, food, the process, serving, food stuff, and the employee. The variables were observed using the total score as enacted by Indonesian Ministry of Health regulation NO.1098/MENKES/SK/VII/2003 regarding of Hygiene and sanitation standards for food stalls and restaurant. The result of the study shows there are 2 food stalls (B and C) with score <700 while the other stalls (A, D and E) reach score >700. The conclusion of this study highlights the needs of adjusting the requirement of the hygiene and sanitation of food stalls and restaurant as well as provide regular trainings for food handlers.

Salmonella: A Postmodern Pathogen1

1991 ◽  
Vol 54 (7) ◽  
pp. 563-568 ◽  
Author(s):  
ROBERT V. TAUXE
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Food Processing ◽  
Salmonella Enteritidis ◽  
Immunocompromised Patient ◽  
The United States ◽  
Salmonella Infections ◽  
Immunodeficiency Virus ◽  
The Future ◽  
Recent Trends ◽  
Animal Reservoirs

The reported incidence of Salmonella infections in the United States has increased substantially since reporting began in 1943. These infections cause important morbidity, mortality, and economic burden in this country and are particularly severe in the infant, elderly, or immunocompromised patient. Four recent trends suggest that salmonellosis will present an increasing challenge to public health in the future. Antimicrobial resistance is present in an increasing proportion of Salmonella isolates. Salmonella bacteremia has emerged as a serious complication of human immunodeficiency virus infection. Infections caused by the egg-associated serotype Salmonella enteritidis are steadily increasing in incidence and geographic scope, and these infections are now the most common form of salmonellosis in some parts of the country. Finally, contamination of food produced in centralized facilities has led to extremely large and widespread outbreaks. Better understanding of the biology of specific animal reservoirs and of the microbiologic aspects of food processing is needed to control salmonellosis in the future.

The Correlation Between Personal Hygiene and Food Processing in Diarrhea Occurrences on Post-Earthquake And Liquefaction Toddlers In Refugee Camps Of Biromaru Public Health Center

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 79-89
Author(s):  
Herawanto Herawanto ◽  
Annisa Fitri Rositadinyati ◽  
Muh. Jusman Rau ◽  
Marselina Marselina ◽  
Litha Purwanti
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Center ◽  
Food Processing ◽  
Hand Washing ◽  
Personal Hygiene ◽  
Bivariate Analysis ◽  
Refugee Camps ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Public Health Center ◽  
Chi Square Test

Diarrhea can infect victims of disasters due to the poor sanitation and the unavailability of clean water facilities caused by disaster damage. Biromaru Public Health Center is the health center with the highest diarrhea cases in earthquakes and liquefaction disasters. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between personal hygiene and food processing on the incidence of diarrheal diseases in post-disaster toddlers in the evacuation area of ​​Biromaru Public Health Center. This research is analytic observational. Samples in the study were 130 respondents, taken using the proportional stratified random sampling method. Data were analyzed using univariate and bivariate analysis with a chi-square test using ɑ = 5%. Chi-square test results showed hand washing with soap habits (ρ = 0,000), nail hygiene (ρ = 0,000) and food processing (ρ = 0,000). The conclusion of this study there is a relationship between hand washing with soap habits with the incidence of toddler diarrhea in the refugee working area of ​​the Biromaru Public Health Center, there is a relationship between nail hygiene with the incidence of toddler diarrhea in the refugee working area of ​​the Biromaru Public Health Center, and there is a relationship between food processing and the incidence of toddler diarrhea in the refugee working area of ​​the Biromaru Public Health Center. We expected mothers/caregivers of toddlers to take hand washing with soap actions, maintain nail hygiene, and process food properly

scholarly journals Ultra-processing. An odd ‘appraisal’

2017 ◽  
Vol 21 (03) ◽  
pp. 497-501 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carlos A Monteiro ◽  
Geoffrey Cannon ◽  
Jean-Claude Moubarac ◽  
Renata B Levy ◽  
Maria Laura C Louzada ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Food Processing ◽  
Critical Appraisal ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Scientific Responsibility ◽  
Health And Disease ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Great Step ◽  
Scientific Endeavour

Abstract It is now generally agreed that the impact of the current nature, purpose and extent of food processing on human well-being, health and disease needs to be better understood and explained, in order to improve public health. The special issue of Public Health Nutrition devoted to the concept of ultra-processing of food, and the NOVA classification of which ultra-processed foods are one category, is a great step forward in this work. Coincidentally, a polemical ‘critical appraisal’ of ultra-processing was recently published in another journal. Debate and discussion are an essential part of the scientific endeavour. In this commentary, we correct inaccurate statements made about NOVA in the ‘appraisal,’ rebut points raised, and discuss the larger issue of scientific responsibility for publishing opposing views on controversial topics.

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