For those who follow the rules of good nutrition by eating healthy foods, the rewards can be substantial. But it's also important that you clean and cook your food properly. Because if you don't, certain microorganisms that hitchhike into your stomach can make you feel miserable. E. coli is a bacteria that normally live in the intestines of humans and animals. Although, most strains of this bacteria are harmless, several are known to produce toxins …showed first 75 words of 456 total…

…showed last 75 words of 456 total…will kill the organism. Though it may put a crimp in your culinary style when you eat out, it's probably advisable to go for "rare" and "medium rare." If your steak or burger still looks too pink inside, send it back to the grill. Drink only pasteurized milk and milk products. Make sure infected people, especially children, wash their hands carefully with soap after using the toilet to reduce the risk of spreading the disease.