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Leftover Rice Can Cause Food Poisoning—Here’s How to Stay Safe, According to Experts

Most people know that they should avoid eating raw chicken, unrefrigerated mayonnaise, and even unwashed produce to prevent food poisoning. But even a cooked grain such as rice can cause gastrointestinal issues, and people online are sharing their stories to warn others.
On TikTok, videos that show people falling ill after eating leftover rice are making the rounds. These cautionary tales may be leaving people wondering if eating it is really that risky, or if it’s simply another TikTok health rumor.
One might assume that leaving cooked rice out on the counter is no different than leaving out a loaf of baked bread, but nutrition experts say that that’s actually not the case.
“Bacterial spores are heat resistant, so they survive even after [the] rice is cooked and reheated,” Nancy Mitchell, RN, geriatric nursing care expert, told Health. “The problem is that leaving the rice out for too long at room temperature can encourage the spores to develop into bacteria.”
Here’s what experts had to say about why people can get sick from eating leftover rice, and the tips you need to know to avoid getting sick.

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