Food Poisoning

"Food Poisoning" by Edwin O. (Edwin Oakes) Jordan is a scientific publication that thoroughly investigates foodborne illnesses and their origins. The book identifies harmful bacteria and chemical contaminants as significant sources of food poisoning and studies their effects on the human body. Jordan, affiliated with the University of Chicago, establishes the importance of the topic by addressing food poisoning as a major public health concern influenced by unreported cases. He introduces different categories of food poisoning, emphasizing the risks associated with tainted meats and unrefined foods and advocating for improved investigatory methods. Early chapters bring in the concept of food sensitization and also point out different harmful elements capable of polluting the food supply, preparing readers for an in-depth look at particular poisons and ailments from food contaminants.