Enteric Bacterial Contamination of Salad Vegetables Sold Within Anyigba, Kogi State, Nigeria
This study evaluated the enteric bacterial contamination of cabbage, cucumber and carrots sold within Anyigba, Kogi State. These vegetables which are usually eaten raw in coleslaw and salads were analysed for the presence and level of enteric bacteria using standard microbiological procedures. Results revealed bacterial contamination of the vegetables with enteric bacteria from all the sales points. Mean bacterial counts recorded for theses vegetables from Good shepherd Hospital sale point, were 8.9×106, 1.03×107, and 4.85×106 cfu/g for cabbage, carrot and cucumber respectively.