What Happens If You Eat a Bad Bell Pepper?
                                
                                
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                                According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), food poisoning can cause symptoms ranging from mild to serious and can last for a few hours or several days. So, what happens if you eat a bad bell pepper? The potential outcomes can range from a simple unpleasant taste to a more serious gastrointestinal upset.