Doctor's warning on why you should NEVER wash raw chicken before cooking: 'Wow I had no idea'

Doctor's warning on why you should NEVER wash raw chicken before cooking: 'Wow I had no idea'
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Doctor's warning on why you should NEVER wash raw chicken before cooking: 'Wow I had no idea'
Published: Feb, 27 2025 04:12

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To back up his statement, Dr Choudhury referenced a 2019 research that found people who washed raw chicken in their kitchen sinks ended up transferring harmful bacteria, including salmonella, to their salads.

Dr Choudhury referenced a 2019 research that found people who washed raw chicken in their kitchen sinks ended up transferring harmful bacteria, including salmonella, to their salads.

'Washing chicken in the sink contaminates the sink, allowing the bacteria from the chicken to transfer to your fruits and vegetables,' Dr Choudhury said.

Dr Samuel Choudhury has warned against washing raw chicken before cooking.

The medical expert said another common mistake most people make after cleaning raw poultry is not washing their hands thoroughly or for long enough.

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