Most Chicken Contains Harmful Bacteria

Consumer Reports investigated that 83% of the chicken tested were contaminated with either bacteria salmonella or campylobacter or even both. The results have increased from 49% since 2003. However, safe handling and proper cooking can reduce the risk. Investigators have tested 525 whole broiler chickens from the leading brands as well as other brands raised without antibiotics. According to the research, 15% of chickens tested were contaminated with salmonella. An astounding 81% contained campylobacter, which is a bug that usually caused bacterial diarrhea illness. 13% were contaminated with both bacteria salmonella and campylobacter. According to experts, the problems with antibiotic resistance are due to the widespread use of antibiotics in animal feed and the widespread use in humans. Major brands tested such as Perdue, Tyson, and Foster Farms show no better results than smaller brands.

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