date:Jul 04, 2012
tions on how to can food safely can be found on Oregon State Extension's website.
Foodborne botulism is caused by ingesting the toxins released by Clostridium botulinum bacteria. These toxins attack the nervous system and can cause paralysis.
Symptoms of botulism usually develop between 12 and 36 hours after ingesting contaminated food, and include blurred vision, drooping eyelids, slurred speech, difficulty swallowing, dry mouth and muscle weakness.
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