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Food Poisoning Germs: Parasites – Ascaris Lumbricoides and Trichuris Trichiura

Food Poisoning Parasites: Ascaris Lumbricoides and Trichuris Trichiura Ascaris Lumbricoides and Trichuris Trichiura: These two parasites are roundworms. They cause two types of food poisoning ailment “Ascertains” and “Trichuriasis” respectively. While ascariasis is generally known as the “large roundworm” infection, trichuriasis is known as “whip worm” infection. Normally, these food poisoning ailments occur when the [...]

Food Poisoning Germs: Parasites – Anisakis Simplex and Related Worms

Food Poisoning Parasite: Anisakis Simplex Anisakis Simplex and Related Worms: This parasite is commonly known as roundworm. In most cases, people who consume raw or undercooked seafood are the prime target to this parasite. This parasite causes the food poisoning ailment generally known as Anasakiasis. This food poisoning ailment can easily mislead to understand it [...]