Microbial contamination found in orange juice squeezed in bars and restaurants, study suggests

Wednesday, December 14, 2011 - 13:30 in Physics & Chemistry

Scientists have analyzed fresh orange juice squeezed by machines in catering establishments. They have confirmed that 43% of samples exceeded the acceptable enterobacteriaceae levels laid down by legislation. The researchers recommend that oranges are handled correctly, that juicers are washed properly and that the orange juice is served immediately rather than being stored in metal jugs.

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