International Journal of Food Science and Nutrition

Authors
Zareen Ibrahim, Tauqeer Unnisa, Shagufta Arshier

Abstract
Hygiene refers to safety of food from production to consumption. The purpose of food hygiene is to prepare and provide safe and clean food that contributes to a healthy society. A community based descriptive study was conducted on 100 samples among household food handlers in different areas of Hyderabad. A well-structured questionnaire was designed to collect the data regarding kitchen and food hygiene. The collected data was tabulated and statistically analyzed by using formula one sample t-test. The results shows that the p value is >0.010, it is significant at 0.010. This study also found that the food hygiene practices in the kitchen and improper handling of food items leads to food borne diseases and infections. Food handling practices can be Food improved in the community to prevent food borne illnesses.