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What sex is to interpersonal relationships, eating is to the human-environment relationship: a consummation of humans’ connection to the living biosphere. But while sticking one’s tongue into a new and exciting environment may be an act as old as the planet, it can also lead to some nasty surprises. In this lively look at foodborne illnesses, David Waltner-Toews discusses food-related problems caused by bacteria, viruses, and parasites, including death by ice cream mix, and rollicking tales of salmonella. He also examines the chemicals and antibiotics that have entered the food supply and the havoc they can wreak. And to help readers stop problems before they start, he offers common-sense solutions to confronting the complicated issue of foodborne disease. His witty approach makes a deadly serious subject accessible to all readers, while never minimizing the risk.

Directed by Kate Hollett (c) 2008 BookShorts Literacy Program for Greystone Books with the assistance of Canadian Heritage Book Publishing Industry Development Program.

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The book was adapted for the screen by writer Chris Earle and Kate Hollett; directed by Kate Hollett; shot by Robin Bain; sound design and scored by Phil Strong, produced by Judith Keenan, with special thanks to Corina Eberle of Greystone Books.

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