Oysters
February 26th, 2008 , 6:40 pm
What did one Oyster say to the other? I’m an Oyster in a half shell…Where’s my other half? Gulf oysters Everything you want to know about Oysters and some great recipes to try. Ever wonder if your at risk when eating raw oysters? check out BeOysteraware .com and find out. They are dedicated to educating the oyster consuming public. It provides a thorough background on Vibrio vulnificus and the health conditions that place an individual in the at-risk category, as well as present tasty oyster products with reduced risk for all consumers to enjoy, including at-risk consumers. So, eat your savory oyster treats raw, steamed, fried, charbroiled, grilled….whatever your appetite desires, just BE OYSTER AWARE!
What is Vibrio vulnificus? it is a gram-negative bacterium that occurs naturally in warm, unpolluted seawater. Vibrio vulnificus abundance is positively correlated with seawater temperature, and warmer water temperatures are linked to an increase in Vibrio vulnificus related illnesses, i.e., warmer summer months have a significantly higher number of Vibrio vulnificus related illnesses reported than do cooler winter months. One might get it by an open wound in seawater or through the direct consumption of raw, undercooked or non-depurated seafood finfish, crustaceans, and mollusks.
Lots of great information and recipes for all you oyster lovers out there.
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