Doctors warn about the health hazard of pig fat

Children, the elderly and pregnant women should refrain from pig fat
The fact that many germs are present in raw poultry meat is known to most people. But even when raw pork is eaten there is a risk of getting infected with salmonella. Some people should therefore better keep their hands off it.

Health hazard by Mett
It may not be for everyone, but many people love raw pork in the form of Mett. For example, as a topping for the breakfast sandwich or at the cold buffet as Mettigel. However, eating such foods can endanger your health. Recently warned about possible hepatitis E infections through the consumption of raw meat products such as Mett or Hackepeter. A recent report shows that the consumption of raw pork also carries the risk of becoming infected with Salmonella.

Children, the elderly and pregnant women should refrain from using raw pork products like Mett. Because the consumption of such foods carries the risk of becoming infected with Salmonella. (Image: ExQuisine / fotolia.com)

Pork is a major source of infection
As reported by the Federal Office of Consumer Protection and Food Safety (BVL) in a recent communication, zoonosis monitoring in 2015 found that "pork remains a significant source of infection for people with salmonella due to their partial consumption.".

"Raw minced meat and raw sausage products are therefore not suitable foods for sensitive consumer groups such as infants, elderly and immunocompromised people and pregnant women," warn the experts.

Salmonella can endanger your health
Salmonella are bacteria that can cause various diseases in humans, especially in the gastrointestinal area. After eating contaminated foods you may experience discomfort such as abdominal pain, fever, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting. (Ad)