HISTORY OF FOOD SAFETY

Question 1

is a long and complex journey, reflecting humanity’s evolving understanding of disease, technology, and the interconnectedness of our food systems. It’s not a linear progression, but rather a series of breakthroughs, setbacks, and ongoing challenges.

Answer 1

History of food safety

Question 2

Early humans intuitively understood that some foods caused illness.

Answer 2

Early Practices (Pre-1800s)

Question 3

Methods of preservation:

Answer 3

1. salting
2. smoking
3. drying
4. fermentation

Question 4

The 19th century witnessed a paradigm shift with the development of the germ theory of disease.

Answer 4

The Germ Revolution (1800s - Early 1900s)

Question 5

scientists demonstrated the role of microorganisms in causing illness.

Answer 5

Louis Pasteur and Robert Koch

Question 6

Concerns about food adulteration and mislabeling led to the passage of landmark legislation like the Pure Food and Drug Act in the United States (1906), marking a significant step towards government regulation of food safety.

Answer 6

Regulation and Industrialization (Early to Mid-1900s)

Question 7

History revolution:

Answer 7

1. Early Practices (Pre-1800s)
2. The Germ Revolution (1800s - Early 1900s)
3. Regulation and Industrialization (Early to Mid-1900s)
4. HACCP and Modern Food Safety (Late 1900s - Present)