Proper sanitation is the key to avoiding amebiasis. Follow this when preparing and eating food:
Thoroughly wash fruits and vegetables before eating.Avoid eating fruits or vegetables unless you wash and peel them yourself.Stick to bottled water and soft drinks.If you must drink water, boil it or treat it with iodine.Avoid ice cubes or fountain drinks.Avoid milk, cheese, or other unpasteurized dairy products.Avoid food sold by street vendors.
As a general rule, thoroughly wash hands with soap and water after using the bathroom and before handling food.
