Food poisoning is an illness caused by eating contaminated food. It’s not usually serious and most people get better within a few days without treatment. In most cases of food poisoning, the food is contaminated by bacteria, such as salmonella or Escherichia coli (E. coli), or a virus, such as the norovirus. Common Food Poisoning Germs A number of microorganisms can cause food poisoning. Common culprits include: Salmonella. Salmonella bacteria are the leading cause of food […]