Helicobacter pylori

Helicobacter pylori is a widespread organism in human population and sometimes it is responsible for some of the most common chronic clinical disorders of the upper gastrointestinal tract in humans. The routes of infection have not been firmly established yet. The occurrence and survival of the microorganism in food and water, and the epidemiological data support the hypothesis that it may be a foodborne pathogen. In order to prevent contamination of food by H. pylori, it is important to apply Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Hygiene Practices throughout food chains, from primary production to the consumer's table.