GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024
Deli Meat Sitting Period Statistics
Deli Meat should not sit at room temperature for longer than 2 hours to minimize the risk of bacterial growth and spoilage.
In this post, we examine the significant impact of foodborne illnesses on public health, with a focus on deli meats and their association with Listeria infections. The statistics reveal alarming figures about the prevalence of foodborne diseases in the United States, highlighting the risks posed by contaminated animal food products like beef, chicken, milk, fish, and eggs. Additionally, we explore the economic aspects of deli meat sales and their contribution to the U.S. economy. Stay tuned to learn more about the implications of these statistics and the importance of food safety practices.
Statistic 1
"Approximately 1 in 6 Americans (or 48 million people) gets sick from foodborne diseases annually."
Statistic 2
"About 128,000 people are hospitalized due to foodborne illness each year."
Statistic 3
"Around 3,000 people die each year from foodborne diseases."
Statistic 4
"70% of food poisoning is caused by contaminated animal food like beef, chicken, milk, fish, or eggs."
Statistic 5
"More than 200 diseases are spread through food."
Statistic 6
"Deli meats are known to be a source of Listeria infections."
Statistic 7
"Deli meat is the most common food item linked to Listeria outbreaks."
Statistic 8
"Sales of deli meats in the United States amounted to about $5.85 billion in 2019."
Statistic 9
"Sales of packaged deli meat in the U.S. reached approximately 4.8 billion U.S. dollars in 2020."
Statistic 10
"Cold cuts/deli meats category contributed $20.9 billion to the US economy in 2015."
Jannik Lindner
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