" Did you know that every year, 1 in 6 Americans get sick from consuming contaminated food? Food poisoning, also called foodborne illness, can be life-threatening, and therefore, it is crucial to follow the CDC’s food safety guidelines when cooking. Food Safety Tips 1. Wash Wash your hands, surfaces you will be using to cook, utensils and cutting boards with hot soapy water. 2. Separate Separate the raw meats, seafood and eggs because they can ...