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Is it advisable to eat expired food?

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Please tell me what are the things that can happen when you eat expired food.

Answered by Dr. Arun Kaushik. R

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Dr. Arun Kaushik R is a renowned Family and Critical Care Physician with expertise in managing both acute and chronic illnesses across all age groups. He is highly skilled in treating life-threatening conditions such as sepsis, respiratory failure, and cardiac emergencies, and is proficient in resuscitation and advanced life support. He also focuses on preventive care, vaccinations, and personalized advice on nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle modification.

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If we eat food that is expired, the efficiency of the preservative is lost. So some organisms if present can multiply and can send some endotoxins. Also, the taste and odor can be altered. The food has a shelf life. If this is crossed some people can have diarrhea or acidity in the stomach. This can be due to the chemical nature of the food.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Divya Banu M
Published At March 17, 2019
Reviewed At December 7, 2023

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Arun Kaushik R is a renowned Family and Critical Care Physician with expertise in managing both acute and chronic illnesses across all age groups. He is highly skilled in treating life-threatening conditions such as sepsis, respiratory failure, and cardiac emergencies, and is proficient in resuscitation and advanced life support. He also focuses on preventive care, vaccinations, and personalized advice on nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle modification.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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BDS

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Dr. Divya Banu M is a dedicated Dental Surgeon with valuable clinical experience. She specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of various diseases and conditions affecting the oral cavity. With a gentle and patient-centered approach, she is committed to promoting oral health and enhancing smiles through quality dental care. Her areas of expertise include restorative dentistry, preventive dental care, and cosmetic dental procedures.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Arun Kaushik R is a renowned Family and Critical Care Physician with expertise in managing both acute and chronic illnesses across all age groups. He is highly skilled in treating life-threatening conditions such as sepsis, respiratory failure, and cardiac emergencies, and is proficient in resuscitation and advanced life support. He also focuses on preventive care, vaccinations, and personalized advice on nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle modification.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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