324. Lemon Wedge in Your Drink

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of consuming a
beverage with a lemon wedge.


Dr. Don - not risky
Professor Ben - not risky


Josh Trebach, MD on Twitter: “do u love getting a refreshing
lemon slice in ur drink when ur out at a restaurant? nearly 70%
of restaurant lemon slices in one study were found to produce
microbial growth (with 25 different microbial species being
identified)” / Twitter

Josh Trebach, MD on Twitter: “possible culprits include
contamination with fecal matter, raw meat, and in the case of
yeast, oral/fecal/vaginal secretions contaminating fingertips of
employees enjoy ur lemons!! ~follow me for more tips on how to
ruin things people love~ https://t.co/4px8XANbhB” / Twitter

Don Schaffner on Twitter: “PhD Food microbiologist here.
Anyone want advice on medical toxicology or fixing stuff in the
ER?” / Twitter

Bacteria on Lemon Slices - Dirty Lemon Wedges at Restaurants

Microbial Flora on Restaurant Beverage Lemon Slices