Tackling a buffet at your game day gathering? Practice these game rules and keep the runs on the field.

Make sure your game day gathering is memorable for all the right reasons! Follow these six tips to avoid food poisoning:

1. Keep it clean.

• Wash your hands with soap and running water for at least 20 seconds before preparing, eating, or handling food. Also, wash your hands after using the bathroom and touching pets.
• Wash your cutting boards, dishes, utensils, and counter tops with hot, soapy water after preparing each food item.
• Wash or scrub fruits and vegetables under running water – even if you do not plan to eat the peel – so dirt and germs on the surface do not get inside when you cut.

2. Cook it well.

• Cooking food to the prop...