Is Rice the Number One Cause of Food Poisoning?
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While raw and undercooked poultry carries a high risk of causing food poisoning from bacteria like Salmonella and Campylobacter, rice can also be a culprit if not handled properly, though it is not the number one cause. This issue with rice stems from a naturally occurring bacterium called *Bacillus cereus*, which can survive cooking and multiply if cooked rice is left at room temperature.
