Which of the following is a food-borne disease?

Correct option is C

Stomach flu, or viral gastroenteritis, is commonly caused by consuming contaminated food or water, typically infected with viruses like norovirus or rotavirus. This illness leads to symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach cramps.
Explanation of each option:
· (a) Liver cirrhosis – Incorrect. Liver cirrhosis is a chronic liver disease often caused by alcohol consumption or viral infections like hepatitis, not a food-borne illness.
· (b) Peptic ulcer – Incorrect. Peptic ulcers are sores on the stomach lining, typically caused by infection with Helicobacter pylori or overuse of NSAIDs, not by food contamination.
· (c) Stomach flu – Correct. Stomach flu is a common food-borne disease caused by viral or bacterial infection from contaminated food or water, leading to symptoms like vomiting and diarrhea.
· (d) Gastric ulcer – Incorrect. Gastric ulcers, like peptic ulcers, are caused by H. pylori infection or prolonged use of certain medications, not typically food-borne.