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I also like them raw. In fact I only like them raw. Unfortunately now that Cane is involved "eating raw sprouts" sounds like a euphamism for some sexual practice so wierd that I can't even imagine what it might be, but for which Cane no doubt has a URL. -- AndrewR, D.Bot (Celeritas) Kawasaki ZX-6R J1, Fiat Coupe 20v Turbo BOTAFOT#2,ITJWTFO#6,UKRMRM#1/13a,MCT#1,DFV#2,SKoGA#0 (and KotL) BotToS#5,SBS#25,IbW#34, DS#5, COSOC# Suspended, KotTFSTR# The speccy Geordie twat.
CONSUMERS ADVISED OF RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH RAW SPROUTS Because of reports of increasing numbers of illnesses associated with consumption of raw sprouts, the Food and Drug Administration is advising all persons to be aware of the risks associated with eating raw sprouts (e.g., alfalfa, clover, radish). Outbreaks have included persons of both genders and all age categories. Those persons who wish to reduce the risk of foodborne illness from sprouts are advised not to eat raw sprouts. This advice is particularly important for children, the elderly, and persons with weakened immune systems, all of whom are at high risk of developing serious illness due to foodborne disease. People in high risk categories should not eat raw sprouts. This advisory is updated from a previous health advisory issued August 31, 1998, and is based on additional information from clover and alfalfa sprout-associated salmonellosis outbreaks from January through May 1999. Two outbreaks were associated with clover sprouts: one occurred in California in May and involved approximately 30 cases; a second outbreak in Colorado from March through May involved approximately 70 cases. In addition, from January through March an outbreak of salmonellosis affecting approximately 85 people occurred in Oregon, Washington, and California and was associated with the consumption of alfalfa sprouts Since 1995, raw sprouts have emerged as a recognized source of foodborne illness in the United States. These illnesses have involved the pathogenic bacteria Salmonella and E. coli O157. Alfalfa and clover sprouts have been involved most often, but all raw sprouts may pose a risk. The sprout industry has been working in cooperation with government, academia, and other industry segments to enhance the safety of its product. These efforts have focused primarily on seed treatment strategies, good manufacturing practices, and sanitation. "Despite all these efforts to make raw sprouts safer, we continue to receive reports of illnesses associated with raw sprouts. Consumers need to understand that, at this time, the best way to control this risk is not to eat raw sprouts," said Jane E. Henney, MD, FDA Commissioner. Although infections with Salmonella and E. coli O157 can cause serious illness, the illness is generally self-limiting in most healthy adults. However, an E.coli O157 infection can lead to hemolytic uremic syndrome with resultant kidney failure or death in children, and equally serious complications in the elderly. Salmonella infections can cause serious illness in children, the elderly and the immune compromised. Healthy persons infected with these bacteria experience diarrhea, nausea, abdominal cramping and fever for several days. FDA offers the following advice to all consumers concerning sprouts: Cook sprouts. This significantly reduces the risk of illness. Check sandwiches and salads purchased at restaurants and delicatessens. These entrées often contain raw sprouts. Consumers who wish to reduce their risk of foodborne illness should specifically request that raw sprouts not be added to their food. Sprouts grown in the home also present a risk if eaten raw. Many outbreaks have been attributed to contaminated seed. If pathogenic bacteria are present in or on seed, they can grow to high levels during sprouting even under clean conditions. FDA will closely monitor the safety of sprouts and will take further actions, including the establishment of preventive controls, as necessary to protect consumers. Consumers who have eaten raw sprouts and are experiencing diarrhea or other symptoms of foodborne infections are advised to consult their health care providers. For further information, see "Fact Sheet for Sprouts Advisory" below. ATTENTION TV BROADCASTERS: Please use open caption for the hearing impaired. FDA ON THE INTERNET: www.fda.gov -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Fact Sheet for Sprouts Advisory The Food and Drug Administration has issued an updated health advisory to make all persons aware of the risks associated with the consumption of raw sprouts (e.g. alfalfa, clover, radish). A previous advisory on this subject was issued August 31, 1998. FDA advises that persons who wish to reduce the risk of foodborne illness should not eat or consume raw sprouts. The advice against consumption is particularly important for persons at high risk of developing serious illness due to foodborne disease (i.e., children, the elderly, and persons with weakened immune systems). Recent outbreaks include: May 1999, approximately 30 cases of salmonellosis associated with the consumption of clover sprouts in California. March-May, 1999, approximately 70 cases of salmonellosis associated with the consumption of clover sprouts in Colorado. January-March 1999, approximately 85 cases of salmonellosis associated with the consumption of alfalfa sprouts in Oregon, Washington, and California. July 1998, 8 cases of illness attributed to E. coli O157 infection associated with the consumption of alfalfa/clover sprouts in California and Nevada. May 1998, 18 cases of salmonellosis associated with the consumption of alfalfa sprouts in California. Late 1997-July 1998, 60 cases of salmonellosis associated with the consumption of an alfalfa/clover sprout mixture in California. FDA has planned immediate preventive measures as follows: FDA will issue national guidance to the industry based on a more thorough review of the recommendations made in a 1999 report of the National Advisory Committee on Microbiological Criteria for Foods. This guidance will focus on microbial testing, sanitation, seed quality as well as seed treatment strategies with appropriate performance standards. FDA will send investigators to sprout facilities to test water used to grow sprouts (spent irrigation water which is a good measure of microbial contamination) for Salmonella and E. coli O157. FDA will also increase surveillance of sprouting facilities and monitor the extent of industry adoption of enhanced production practices as recommended in the FDA guidance. FDA will closely monitor the safety of sprouts and will take further actions, including preventive controls, as necessary to protect consumers.
In defence of the sprout. They seem to have bad press but they are only 10 calories each. They're very low in fat and also in sodium. But they're high in dietary fibre and free of cholesterol. They also contain high levels of naturally occurring vitamin C and specific health-promoting compounds called glucosinolates with anti-oxidant properties. These have proven health benefits in the area of cancer prevention. Weight for weight, sprouts contain three times the level of vitamin C of an orange. Four to six sprouts contain the adult daily requirements for vitamin C. They are also a good source of vitamin D and folic acid during pregnancy. I rest my case. On the other hand they should do something about the colour: Come one, come all! Fellow gentle Harmless worshipers of incurable Madness Revel in your silk trimmed Denim straight jackets As diamantes tease and delight Fickle appetites And deliciously degrading Hip hugging scraps Unfurl the most teeniest of unmentionables Clashing with cleavage top Vomit inducing shades of brussel sprout green
BGN wrote: <snip american food facts> They ban most things that even have the _remotest_ chance of making you ill. TOG will tell you the story of their view towards Roquefort, and in fact anything that isn't pasteurised to an inch of it's life. It's very boring and _possibly_ makes them more ill long term than just eating the bugs
I just pasted it from the FDA website. Oh, and can you get Tony to sort out the North-Western England bit of the e2e route sorted? He hasn't replied to my email. http://b12.batcave.net/bgn/front.gif Ta.
I love sprouts. The only time I don't is when they have been bolied to that mushy yellow consitency. Steamed, sauted, raw whatever, but treat your sprouts with respect. *parp*
AndrewR wrote Raw is good. There is nothing wrong with raw but by far and away The Best Sprout Experience is in Bubble. Try some on Boxing Day.
Seconds after sending this message Father Dearest fell over and now has a broken hip. He's not good on his feet normally, and is on many, many drugs so I guess he'll be away from home for a while. Which means I get posession of the remote control for the big telly downstairs. Hooray!
Okay. It starts towards the top on the day stated and finishes towards the bottom on the day stated there too. The End 2 End route isn't finished yet, a secret group of four UKRMers is fannying with at the moment and I think we're going to post details of it when the itinerary is slightly firmer.
