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Botulism: What You Need to Know 🤔 What’s Going On? Botulism can cause severe paralysis. This toxin loves to hang out in low-oxygen environments, like in canned or jarred foods. 🔍 Prevention Tips: Pressure Canning is Key: For low-acid foods, make sure you’re using pressure canning. You need to hit those high temps to wipe out those spores. Acidify Your Canned Goods: Adding lemon juice or vinegar to foods like tomatoes helps lower the pH, making it harder for the toxin to form. Safe Storage: Kee