Eating Well As You Get Older

Frequently Asked Questions

39. What are the recommended cooking temperatures for foods? - cont'd

Fish, seafood, and eggs need to be cooked to certain temperatures to kill harmful bacteria. Cook these foods to the following safe internal temperatures. Use a food thermometer to check the internal temperature of the food.

• Fish and seafood should be cooked to 145°F.
• Eggs should be cooked to 160°F.
• Leftovers should be reheated to 165°F.