Doctor Warnsrus Roti Is Not Safe To Eat Even Though The Festival Has Been Dumped

Photo illustration. (Doc. Freepic)

JAKARTA - Already moldy bread is often a problem, especially when you only see a few mushrooms on the outside and feel you can throw away the part. When thrown away the part of the fungus, you think you can still eat the rest of the bread.

However, according to Dr. Saurabh Sethi, a specialist in gastroenterology at Harvard University, could be a fatal mistake. He gave a stern warning so that we no longer eat bread that has been contaminated with fungus, although only a few.

Dr. Saurabh has more than 475 thousand followers on TikTok (@doctorsethimd), as a place to share his knowledge and experience. Previously, he had also revealed general health problems at Christmas that should not be ignored, namely ulcers, which could be a sign of cancer from the concavity.

With so many food residues that will fill the household, many people want to make Christmas sandwiches. However, before that, make sure to check the bread first. Dr. Saurabh warns people not to make this common mistake.

Instead of simply throwing away slices of bread showing signs of fungi, Dr. Saurabh emphasized that it would be better to throw all the bread away.

"If you see green mushrooms in the bread, just throw them away," said the California doctor, quoted by VOI from The Sun's page on Saturday, January 11, 2025.

"Don't ever think about cutting the moldy part," he continued.

The doctor explained that these small mistakes could be at serious risk, especially for those with fungal allergies or lung problems.

"The green fungus is actually a fungus, like a fungi in the forest, which may look small on the surface, but spreads wildly below it. What you see on the surface is just a reproductive part of the fungi," he said.

Dr. Saurabh emphasizes that throwing away just one moldy slice does not make the remaining bread safe to eat. If you accidentally eat the bread with mushrooms, there are warning signs to watch out for. This shows that you need to seek medical help immediately.

"If someone eats moldy bread, they may experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach cramps, or allergic reactions such as itching or respiratory problems," he explained.

"In rare cases, mycotoxine in mushrooms can cause long-term health problems, especially in large numbers or for those with weakened immune systems," he continued.

Dr. Saurabh said most people would not have a serious effect. He suggests drinking lots of water if they feel uncomfortable. drinking a lot of water keeps the body hydrated.

In addition, he asked people who eat moldy bread to keep their symptoms monitored. If the symptoms are severe, he asks for immediate medical help. These severe symptoms, such as persistent vomiting, difficulty breathing, or swelling.

"Disposal of moldy foods and avoid eating more, because some types of mushrooms can produce harmful toxins. In general, it is better to avoid moldy foods." he said.