How rising temperatures are turning fresh food into hidden threat to gut health
As global temperatures continue to climb, heatwaves are becoming more than just a discomfort—they are emerging as a significant food safety challenge. Long before fruits and vegetables show visible signs of spoilage, microscopic changes begin transforming fresh produce into an ideal breeding ground for harmful bacteria. The result can be a silent assault on the gut microbiome, leading to foodborne illness, inflammation, and disruption of the intestinal barrier.
On World Food Safety Day, observed every year on June 7, experts warn that summer heat creates a perfect storm for bacterial growth, making food handling, storage, and gut protection more important than ever.
The invisible breakdown happening on your produce
Most people rely on obvious warning signs such as mould, unpleasant odou...
