Food Allergies And Food Poisoning

Question 1

What is a food allergy?

Answer 1

An immune system response to a food protein that the body mistakenly identifies as harmful.

Question 2

True or False: Food intolerance involves the immune system.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Name one common food that can cause allergies.

Answer 3

Peanuts

Question 4

Fill in the blank: A food allergy can cause symptoms such as hives, swelling, and _______.

Answer 4

anaphylaxis

Question 5

What is food intolerance?

Answer 5

A digestive system response to certain foods that the body cannot properly digest.

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a common food allergen? A) Milk B) Shellfish C) Rice

Answer 6

C) Rice

Question 7

What is cross-contamination?

Answer 7

The transfer of allergens from one food to another, often through shared utensils or surfaces.

Question 8

True or False: Symptoms of food allergies can be life-threatening.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

List two symptoms of food intolerance.

Answer 9

Bloating and gas

Question 10

What is the difference between food allergies and food intolerance?

Answer 10

Food allergies involve the immune system; food intolerance involves the digestive system.

Question 11

Fill in the blank: The most severe allergic reaction is called _______.

Answer 11

anaphylaxis

Question 12

Which type of food poisoning is caused by bacteria?

Answer 12

Salmonella

Question 13

True or False: Food poisoning can occur from improperly cooked or stored food.

Answer 13

True

Question 14

What is the primary cause of foodborne illness?

Answer 14

Pathogens like bacteria, viruses, and parasites.

Question 15

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a symptom of food poisoning? A) Fever B) Increased energy C) Improved digestion

Answer 15

A) Fever

Question 16

What is a common method to prevent food poisoning?

Answer 16

Proper cooking and food storage.

Question 17

Fill in the blank: The temperature range known as the ‘danger zone’ for food safety is between _______ and _______ degrees °c

Answer 17

5°C and 75°C

Question 18

Name one type of foodborne pathogen

Answer 18

E. coli

Question 19

True or False: All food allergens are also food intolerances.

Answer 19

False

Question 20

What is the role of the Food Standards Agency (FSA) in the UK?

Answer 20

To protect public health and ensure food safety.

Question 21

What is the recommended action for someone experiencing anaphylaxis?

Answer 21

Administer an epinephrine auto-injector immediately.

Question 22

Multiple Choice: Which of the following foods is a common source of foodborne illness? A) Bread B) Raw eggs C) Cooked chicken

Answer 22

B) Raw eggs

Question 23

What is the best way to handle food allergens in a kitchen?

Answer 23

Label all foods containing allergens and train staff on cross-contamination prevention.

Question 24

Fill in the blank: _______ is a common symptom of both food allergies and food intolerances.

Answer 24

Nausea

Question 25

What should be done if a customer reports a food allergy?

Answer 25

Take it seriously, ensure their meal is prepared safely, and communicate with the kitchen staff.

Question 26

True or False: Food poisoning symptoms can appear within minutes of eating contaminated food.

Answer 26

True