You notice a moldy berry in the bunch.
Can you pick it out and eat the rest, or should you throw them all out?
It’d be such a bummer!
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Fortunately, the answer is that one bad berry doesn’t necessarily spoil the whole bunch.
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Is It Ok To Eat Moldy Berries?
You discover a moldy strawberry, blueberry, or raspberry lurking in your pint of berrieswhat do you do?
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And in case it’s not obvious, toss any berries that actually have mold on them.
Then thoroughly wash the rest of the berries before eating them.
What Happens if You Eat a Moldy Berry?
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“If you ate a berry that was moldy, its not likely that it will make you ill.
But when in doubt, its best to throw them out,” says Taub-Dix.
Both Revell andthe USDAnote that eating moldy fruit can cause allergic reactions and respiratory problems.
Here are some tips on buying the best berries and keeping them in good shape.
