Finally, bacteriophages, viruses that only infect bacteria can be used to kill bacterial pathogens. Thorough preparation of food, including proper cooking, eliminates most bacteria and viruses. However, toxins produced by contaminants may not be liable to change to non-toxic forms by heating or cooking the contaminated food due to other safety conditions.
Bacteriophages, viruses that only infect bacteria, can be used to kill bacterial pathogens. Thorough food preparation, including proper cooking, eliminates most bacteria and viruses. However, toxins produced by contaminants may not become non-toxic when heated or cooked because of other safety factors.