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Ivonne M.C.M. Rietjens, Marcel H. Zwietering, Martine Reij, Jochem Louisse, and Jonathan Nicolas

Everyday reports of food scandals and recalls are published. One day it’s scary bacteria in meat, and another day it’s dangerous pesticides in fruits. According to some, meat needs to be cooked well to prevent food-borne illness while others warn not to heat food to prevent the formation of poisonous substances.

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Everyday reports of food scandals and recalls are published. One day it’s scary bacteria in meat, and another day it’s dangerous pesticides in fruits. According to some, meat needs to be cooked well to prevent food-borne illness while others warn not to heat food to prevent the formation of poisonous substances.

Many consumers worry about the conflicting and confusing messages about food hazards

This nutrition and health course will teach you about the hazards associated with food and give you the tools to assess and quantify the dangers they can present. You will learn the effects of food processing, the shared responsibility in the food chain and the prevention of food poisoning/intoxication. After this course, you will be able to differentiate what is a food myth vs. an actual risk. Finally, you will gain a contemporary view of how different risks can be weighed in a scientific way.

This course is part of the Nutrition: Healthy Food for Better Living XSeries.

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Know what's good
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Examines food hazards, risks, and associated concerns, which is foundational knowledge for food industry professionals
Explores food processing effects, which can affect food nutritional value and preservation
Taught by individuals recognized for their work in their field
Develops skills in assessing and quantifying food hazards, which are needed by professionals working in food safety
Teaches how to differentiate between food myths and real risks, which can help learners make informed food choices

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Learners who complete Nutrition and Health Part 3: Food Safety will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Food Safety Inspector
A Food Safety Inspector ensures that food is produced, prepared, and stored in a safe and sanitary manner. This course can help build a foundation for success in this role by teaching you about the hazards associated with food and by giving you the tools to assess and quantify the dangers they can present. You will learn how to identify and prevent food poisoning and intoxication, as well as how to communicate food safety risks to the public.
Quality Assurance Manager
A Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for ensuring that products meet quality standards. This course can help build a foundation for success in this role by teaching you about the hazards associated with food and by giving you the tools to assess and quantify the dangers they can present. You will learn how to develop and implement quality control systems, as well as how to communicate quality assurance risks to management.
Food Safety Risk Manager
A Food Safety Risk Manager assesses and manages food safety risks. This course can help build a foundation for success in this role by teaching you about the hazards associated with food and by giving you the tools to assess and quantify the dangers they can present. You will also learn how to develop and implement food safety risk management plans.
Food Safety Auditor
A Food Safety Auditor conducts audits to ensure that food businesses are complying with food safety regulations. This course can help build a foundation for success in this role by teaching you about the hazards associated with food and by giving you the tools to assess and quantify the dangers they can present. You will also learn how to conduct food safety audits and write audit reports.
Food Safety Consultant
A Food Safety Consultant provides advice and guidance to food businesses on how to comply with food safety regulations. This course can help build a foundation for success in this role by teaching you about the hazards associated with food and by giving you the tools to assess and quantify the dangers they can present. You will also learn how to communicate food safety risks to clients.
Food Scientist
A Food Scientist develops new food products and processes. This course can help build a foundation for success in this role by teaching you about the hazards associated with food and by giving you the tools to assess and quantify the dangers they can present. You will learn how to apply scientific principles to the development of safe and nutritious food products.
Food Safety Educator
A Food Safety Educator develops and delivers educational materials and programs on food safety. This course may be useful for this role by teaching you about the hazards associated with food and by giving you the tools to assess and quantify the dangers they can present. You will also learn how to communicate food safety risks to the public.
Food Safety Epidemiologist
A Food Safety Epidemiologist studies the causes and patterns of foodborne illness. This course may be useful for this role by teaching you about the hazards associated with food and by giving you the tools to assess and quantify the dangers they can present. You will also learn how to conduct epidemiological studies to investigate foodborne illness outbreaks.
Food Safety Researcher
A Food Safety Researcher conducts research on food safety hazards and develops new methods to prevent and control foodborne illness. This course may be useful for this role by teaching you about the hazards associated with food and by giving you the tools to assess and quantify the dangers they can present. You will also learn how to design and conduct food safety research studies.
Food Safety Policy Analyst
A Food Safety Policy Analyst develops and analyzes food safety policies. This course may be useful for this role by teaching you about the hazards associated with food and by giving you the tools to assess and quantify the dangers they can present. You will also learn how to analyze food safety policies and make recommendations for changes.
Food Safety Microbiologist
A Food Safety Microbiologist studies microorganisms that cause foodborne illness. This course may be useful for this role by teaching you about the hazards associated with food and by giving you the tools to assess and quantify the dangers they can present. You will also learn how to identify and control microorganisms that cause foodborne illness.
Food Safety Chemist
A Food Safety Chemist analyzes food to identify and quantify chemical hazards. This course may be useful for this role by teaching you about the hazards associated with food and by giving you the tools to assess and quantify the dangers they can present. You will also learn how to use chemical analysis techniques to identify and quantify chemical hazards in food.
Nutritionist
A Nutritionist provides nutrition advice and counseling to individuals and groups. This course may be useful for this role by teaching you about the hazards associated with food and by giving you the tools to assess and quantify the dangers they can present. You will also learn how to communicate food safety risks to clients.
Registered Dietitian
A Registered Dietitian provides nutrition advice and counseling to individuals and groups. This course may be useful for this role by teaching you about the hazards associated with food and by giving you the tools to assess and quantify the dangers they can present. You will also learn how to communicate food safety risks to clients.
Food Safety Toxicologist
A Food Safety Toxicologist studies the effects of toxic substances on food. This course may be useful for this role by teaching you about the hazards associated with food and by giving you the tools to assess and quantify the dangers they can present. You will also learn how to evaluate the toxicity of substances that may be present in food.

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