Winter arrives quietly at first—a cold breeze slipping under doorways, a sky that darkens just a little earlier each evening, and the first hint of frost on windshields. But as December deepens, the season becomes something else entirely. Snowstorms sweep across highways, icy winds rattle windows, and grocery store shelves empty as families prepare to stay indoors.

Most people think of winter illnesses as colds, flu, or whatever stomach bug happens to be circulating. But hidden beneath the snow and holiday rush is a lesser-known reality: winter weather dramatically increases food poisoning risks, often in ways people never notice. It’s the season of cozy meals, comfort food, and long drives—yet it is also the season when our habits shift just enough to invite bacteria to thrive.

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