Is E. coli or salmonella worse?

Both E. coli and salmonella are bacteria that can cause food poisoning, but they are not equally harmful. Salmonella is generally considered to be more dangerous than E. coli.

E. coli is a type of bacteria that lives in the intestines of humans and animals. Most strains of E. coli are harmless, but some can cause food poisoning. E. coli food poisoning can cause symptoms such as abdominal cramps, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. In severe cases, E. coli can cause kidney failure and even death.

Salmonella is a type of bacteria that is found in raw meat, poultry, eggs, and unpasteurized milk. Salmonella food poisoning can cause symptoms such as abdominal cramps, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. In severe cases, salmonella can cause dehydration, sepsis, and even death.

The best way to prevent E. coli and salmonella food poisoning is to cook food thoroughly and to avoid consuming raw meat, poultry, eggs, and unpasteurized milk.