Jakarta eggs<\/p>\n
The first time I noticed that eggs in Jakarta supermarkets are
\nnot kept refrigerated, I was shocked. Being a student in
\nDietetics at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver,
\nCanada, I want to make egg buyers aware of the dangers of
\nunprocessed eggs, and what to do to decrease the risk.<\/p>\n
Inside the hard protective shell of a freshly-laid egg is a
\nbundle of complete protein, packed with every known vitamin
\n(except vitamin C) and an abundant supply of phosphorus and iron.
\nEggs are covered in a mucus-like substance when laid that can
\ncontain the bacteria Salmonella enteritidis. If the egg is not
\nwashed off and cooled right away, this bacteria can enter the
\npores in the shell and inner skin to gain access to the rich,
\ndark and warm interior where it starts to multiply. This bacteria
\ncauses Salmonellosis, a type of food poisoning that, while
\nunpleasantly gut-wrenching to healthy adults, can be fatal to the
\nyoung, infirm and elderly.<\/p>\n
Salmonellosis occurs eight to 24 hours after ingesting food
\ncontaining Salmonella enteritidis. It usually lasts two-three
\ndays and symptoms include cramps, chills, vomiting, diarrhea and
\nfever. Learning safe food handling practices is the best method
\nof prevention.<\/p>\n
Eggs from Jakarta supermarkets should be rinsed until the
\nshell loses all of the slippery mucous covering and kept in the
\nrefrigerator itself. Every hour out of the refrigerator causes an
\negg to lose a day's freshness. A fresher egg not only tastes
\nbetter, but also contains more vitamins and minerals. To preserve
\nfreshness, once eggs have been washed off, coat lightly in oil,
\nto prevent gases from permeating into or out of the egg through
\nits pores.<\/p>\n
Because of the risk of Salmonellosis, it is inadvisable to eat
\nany food containing raw egg. The bacteria is killed by all
\ncooking temperatures, so anything fully cooked is likely to be
\nsafe.<\/p>\n
In this country where we all sometimes suffer from stomach
\nache, it is important to be aware of potential dangers and thus
\nprevent them from causing serious problems.<\/p>\n
Be aware and safe eating!<\/p>\n
MARYKE SCHOUTEN<\/p>\n
Jakarta<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/jakarta-eggs-1447899208", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }