The probability of the new coronavirus contaminating vegetables, meat and fruits through droplets, direct contact, etc. is very low. But we also want to remind everyone that when we go shopping in supermarkets or farmers' markets, we can wear gloves or put supermarket shopping bags on our hands to grab them, and avoid touching our eyes, nose, and mouth.

What should I do after buying it home?

Carry vegetables, fruits, etc. directly into the kitchen, do not put them randomly, wash your hands immediately with soap and running water, and also wash them with running water. Vegetables, fruits and meat.

Some people say that it is safer to store them for a few more days. We recommend that fresh vegetables and fruits should not be stored for too long before eating. Meats that are not to be eaten temporarily should be refrigerated or frozen, because if they are stored for too long, they may Deterioration breeds a lot of bacteria, which is bad for your health after eating.

How can we eat it with confidence?

Remember not to eat raw food. Vegetables and meat should be fried and eaten. Fruits should be peeled as much as possible. Cutting boards and knives should be used when handling raw and cooked food. separate. The virus can be killed in 30 minutes at a temperature of 56°C, while the temperature for cooking can reach 100°C or even higher. We also want to remind everyone to wash your hands in time after handling.

Whether the new coronavirus is transmitted through the fecal-oral route has yet to be further clarified, but methods such as washing and cooking food and washing hands before meals and after using the toilet can prevent the virus from spreading through the digestive tract. .

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