(HealthDay News) — Using a food thermometer takes the guesswork out of determining whether food is cooked completely and is safe to eat.

The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics suggests the right way to use a food thermometer:

• Select the right type of thermometer for your needs, from pop-up to digital to manual. Make sure you follow product instructions.
• Use either ice water or freezing water to make sure the thermometer is accurate.
• Wait the recommended amount of time before you read your thermometer.
• Make sure you know the safe temperature for the type of food you are cooking.
• After using, always clean your thermometer with hot, soapy water.

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