World Food Safety Day is celebrated on June 7 raising awareness about the importance of keeping food safe and free from contamination. It highlights how safe food helps prevent illness, supports good health, and promotes sustainable development. By following proper hygiene and handling practices, we can all help ensure the food we eat is safe and healthy.

Here are a few simple ways we can help ensure food safety in our daily lives:

1. Wash hands and ingredients: Always clean your hands, fruits, and vegetables before cooking or eating.

2. Cook food thoroughly: Make sure meats, eggs, and other perishables are properly cooked to kill harmful germs.

3. Store food safely: Keep hot foods hot, cold foods cold, and refrigerate leftovers quickly.

4. Avoid cross-contamination: Use separate cutting boards and utensils for raw and cooked foods.

5. Check expiry dates: Always read food labels and avoid using expired or damaged products.