Diseases have increased rapidly all over the world. Sometimes there is the threat of HMPV virus and sometimes the threat of a new virus like corona. At the same time, the threat of bird flu also remains. Bird flu is also called avian influenza. It is a viral disease that occurs in birds. Apart from birds, this disease can also affect some other animals. However, it rarely infects humans. Meanwhile, the havoc of bird flu continues in America. In such a situation, whether eating eggs will be safe for health or not. Concerns have increased about this.
In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed that a person in Texas was infected with Avian Influenza i.e. Bird Flu. According to the information, the person got infected with bird flu after coming in contact with cows infected with the H5N1 virus. Ever since this virus was found in humans, concerns are being raised about it. Scientists have warned that bird flu can cause a new epidemic. It can prove to be 100 times more dangerous than Covid.
Risk of bird flu from eggs is very low – Experts
Food safety experts say that the risk of getting bird flu by touching or eating eggs is very low. Health experts say that eggs should also be cooked thoroughly so that the germs present in it are destroyed. Eggs should not be eaten until the yolk and its white part become solid and cooked. By doing this, the risk of infection is reduced. This is because viruses are destroyed by cooking at high temperature. However, consuming raw or undercooked eggs can cause problems. This is because this virus may be able to survive within the yolk of a raw egg.
How safe is it to eat milk and curd?
Experts say that similar concerns are being raised about milk, curd and cheese. Dairy products are safe to consume because of pasteurization. They are heated for a long time. In such a situation, the bird flu virus becomes ineffective. Therefore, dairy products can be consumed without any tension.
Disclaimer: This article is for general information only. It cannot be a substitute for any medicine or treatment in any way. Always consult your doctor for more information.
