5 Common Foods That Turn Toxic When Reheated

Image: Unsplash

9 Jan 2025

Rice: Cooked rice left at room temperature can develop Bacillus cereus bacteria, which produce toxins that reheating may not eliminate


Image: Unsplash

Leafy Greens: Vegetables like spinach and lettuce contain nitrates. When reheated, these nitrates can convert into nitrites, which can be harmful


Image: Unsplash

Potatoes: Improperly stored cooked potatoes can harbor harmful bacteria like Clostridium botulinum, leading to foodborne illnesses


Image: Unsplash

Eggs: Reheating eggs can alter their protein structure, making them difficult to digest and potentially causing digestive discomfort


Image: Unsplash

Mushrooms: Reheating mushrooms can cause digestive issues due to changes in their protein structure


Image: Unsplash

Check More Stories

Image: Reuters 

Image: Unsplash

Image: Unsplash

ndtv.com