Bacterial and parasitic contaminants of salad vegetables sold in markets in Fako Division, Cameroon and evaluation of hygiene and handling practices of vendors

Bacterial and parasitic contaminants of salad vegetables sold in markets in Fako Division, Cameroon and evaluation of hygiene and handling practices of vendors

Abstract Objective Increase in awareness of the health benefits of vegetables has resulted in an increase in consumption. Many vegetables are consumed raw to retain the natural taste and heat labile nutrients. The safety of raw vegetables is a great concern. We investigated the bacteriological and p...

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Main Authors: Jane-Francis Tatah Kihla Akoachere, Bertrand Fossi Tatsinkou, Joseph Mbapngong Nkengfack
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-02-01
Series:BMC Research Notes
Subjects:
Salad vegetables
Pathogenic bacteria
Antibiotic resistance
Intestinal parasites
Hygiene practices
Cameroon
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13104-018-3175-2

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