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http://www.askaprepper.com/should-you-throw-it-out-these-moldy-foods-are-still-edible/
Excerpt: "I hate to think how much food I have wasted because of mold. My mother taught me well: “When in doubt, throw it out.” In many cases that is a good motto to live by. However, when it comes to moldy foods, it does not always apply. According to a report published by the USDA, many moldy foods are safe to eat, after removing the mold, of course.
Some people are very sensitive to molds. And molds can cause allergic reactions and respiratory issues, even in healthy people. Some molds produce mycotoxins that can make you very sick. However, others are beneficial, adding flavor to cheese and producing penicillin. So how can we know the difference? When is mold safe and when is it toxic?"
Excerpt: "I hate to think how much food I have wasted because of mold. My mother taught me well: “When in doubt, throw it out.” In many cases that is a good motto to live by. However, when it comes to moldy foods, it does not always apply. According to a report published by the USDA, many moldy foods are safe to eat, after removing the mold, of course.
Some people are very sensitive to molds. And molds can cause allergic reactions and respiratory issues, even in healthy people. Some molds produce mycotoxins that can make you very sick. However, others are beneficial, adding flavor to cheese and producing penicillin. So how can we know the difference? When is mold safe and when is it toxic?"
