How long can food stay inside a car? A nutrition diet perspective on food safety
                                
                                
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                                According to the USDA, bacteria that cause foodborne illness multiply rapidly in the “Danger Zone” between 40°F and 140°F, a temperature range that a car interior can reach in minutes. Understanding how long can food stay inside a car safely is therefore a critical component of maintaining a healthy nutrition diet and avoiding potentially serious health risks.