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Food #4: Cooked Pasta and Noodles
Why Pasta Is Often Overlooked
Like rice, pasta can harbor Bacillus cereus. Once cooked, it becomes moist and starchy—an ideal bacterial environment.
Pasta dishes with sauces are even riskier due to added moisture and nutrients.
High-Risk Pasta Dishes
- Cream-based pasta
- Pasta salads
- Noodles with sauce
- Leftover takeout noodles
A Dangerous Myth
Many people believe pasta is safe because it “looks fine” the next day. Unfortunately, bacteria don’t change taste, smell, or appearance.
Food #5: Dairy-Based Foods
Why Dairy Spoils Fast
Milk, cheese, cream, yogurt, and dishes made with dairy are extremely sensitive to temperature changes.
Left overnight, dairy becomes a prime target for bacteria like Listeria, which can grow even at low temperatures and is especially dangerous for vulnerable populations.
High-Risk Dairy Foods
- Milk left out
- Cream sauces
- Cheese dishes
- Desserts with cream or custard
Health Risks
- Gastrointestinal illness
- Fever
- Muscle aches
- Serious complications in pregnancy
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