{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Don't Eat Poop! A Food Safety Podcast","title":"Botulism from Fermented Fish: The Hidden Risks of Gut Health Trends | Episode 163","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/bc36c47d\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1504,"description":"In this eye-opening (and slightly stomach-turning) episode of Don’t Eat Poop!, our hosts Matt and Francine dive headfirst into a real-life case of botulism caused by fermented fish and why “gut health trends” can go dangerously wrong.\nWhat started as a health-conscious bite of fermented “swordfish” turned into a near-death experience for a 24-year-old woman, highlighting critical gaps in foodborne illness prevention and consumer awareness.\nFrom ancient food preservation methods to modern-day food safety compliance, this episode explores how traditional practices can clash with today’s expectations and why HACCP principles aren’t just for professionals anymore.\nSpoiler: if it smells like death, maybe don’t eat it.\n\nIn this episode:00:00:00 Botulism from Homemade Fermented Swordfish00:04:05 Escalating Symptoms: Difficulty Swallowing, Paralysis00:07:00 What Fermented “Swordfish” Actually Is00:12:24 Cultural Food and Food Safety00:19:15 Safe Alternatives for Gut Health\n\nDisclaimer: Episode title and content do not constitute legal or health advice.\nResources from this episodeFood Safety Compliance in Home Kitchens: The Hidden Risks of Social Media Food Businesses | Episode 162\nHow to Clean Your Refrigerator Properly: This is Food Safety at Home | Episode 159\nNoteworthy quotes from this episode“If your choices are occasionally getting foodborne illness or starving to death, I will choose the former over the latter, but if I'm not starving, I'm not going to choose option number one.” – Matt Regusci\n“There are people who, if they do live, they don't completely recover from botulism. You live with lifelong ramifications from this illness.” – Francine L Shaw\nWe hope you enjoy this episode!Remember to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on your favorite podcast platform. Together, we can raise awareness and make a positive impact in the world of food safety!\nShare your thoughts and feedback on the show, and feel free to offer any topics you would like to hear...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/I2EDo-ExonCZl2fSuvdGhc-brszaguY36XczjzRgFXI/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzM4MzcyLzE2NzUy/ODUwMDYtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}