Unpasteurized food

Unpasteurized food Student Name Institution Course Professor Date Question 1: Foodborne Pathogens of Concern in Unpasteurized Apple Juice The most dangerous foodborne pathogens that are found in unpasteurized apple juice are Escherichia coli O157 and other pathogenic microorganisms, including Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes. These pathogens can be introduced to apple juice during the processing stage, provided that the fruit is contaminated with soil, water, or handling. E. coli O157 is especially harmful because it has a low infective dose and can lead to severe disease (Zuraw, 2015). Several outbreaks have been associated with unpasteurized apple cider and other juices, such as the E.coli cases in Ontario, Michigan, and Maryland, as described in the article. Question 2: Risks of Consuming Unpasteurized Juice Drinking unpasteurized juice is dangerous, particularly for those with weakened immune systems. Since the juice is not pasteurized or treated in any other way to eliminate bacteria, it can be contaminated with such pathogens as E.coli, Salmonella, and Listeria (Ehuwa et al., 2021). These path...