Tag: Ingesting mold

According to the USDA, mold spores can produce invisible toxins beneath the surface of soft foods. But what happens if I accidentally eat a moldy berry? For most healthy people, ingesting a small amount of mold is unlikely to cause serious harm, but for some, it can trigger allergic reactions or other health issues.

According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, up to 25% of the world's food crops are affected by mycotoxins, poisonous substances produced by certain molds. Given this widespread presence, it's a common fear to wonder what happens when you accidentally eat mold food and what the health implications might be.