The document discusses various types of food contamination including biological, chemical, and physical contaminants. Biological contaminants can enter food through poor hygiene practices, while chemical contaminants may come from excessive pesticide or fertilizer use. Physical contaminants include foreign objects that enter food unintentionally. Contamination can occur directly in food or through cross-contamination between foods, equipment, or people. Proper sanitation, cleaning, separation of raw and cooked foods, and handwashing are recommended to prevent different types of contamination.