the pearl in the oyster

Oysters have almost a magical quality about them. They provide nutritious food that is considered a delicacy by many as well as one of the most beautiful gems used to adorn women throughout the ages. The pearl. It is a beautiful creation that only the oyster can make. I think the oyster and the pearl are perfect together. I can’t think of a thing I’d rather the oyster produce than the beautiful, perfect pearl.

Unfortunately, the oyster can also be a deadly for individuals who are considered ‘at risk’ for being vulnerable to the Vibrio vulnificus bacteria. Those people include people with a weakened immune system, diabetes or liver disease. The Gulf oysters processors are leading the way in developing methods of processing oysters so that they are not a threat to ‘at risk’ consumers. They are also working on educating the consumers of how to know if they are at risk and how to be able to enjoy this wonderful delicacy without putting themselves at risk.

The poster above doesn’t really have anything to do with the Be Oyster Aware website, I just thought it was a pretty cool poster. I ran across it when I was thinking of the good things that oysters have inside them. Get on over to the Be Oyster Aware website and find out if you are at risk and how to protect yourself. While you’re there, check out the great oyster recipes they have there!

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