Health Effects Of Eating Rotten Cabbage

Causes Of Spoilage

• Toxic mold growth is a common cause of spoilage.

• Bacteria can grow when hygiene and care are not taken during storage and preparation.

Health Problems Caused By Rotten Cabbage

• Mycotoxins are normally associated with rotten cabbage. It looks like a fuzzy growth on the surface that is hard to miss. Ingesting this causes nausea and vomiting. A larger health concern is that once inhaled the spores lead to respiratory distress and impair breathing.

• High moisture levels encourage the growth of Clostridium botulinum on cabbage. It produces a dangerous neurotoxin that leads to paralysis of eye and facial muscles. This eventually spreads to the respiratory muscles and can cause their failure. Even though it is rare, it can cause death if untreated.

• Vibrio cholerae, as the name implies is the sole cause of cholera in man. It is transmitted through the feco oral route, by contaminated food and water. Severe watery diarrhea and vomiting are the end results. .

Tips To Identify Rotten Cabbage

• Browning of the cabbage indicates spoilage.

• Cut cabbages in supermarket shelves at room temperature are definitely not safe.

• Good quality cabbages must feel heavy when held.

• Crisp leaves mean that storage has been as per standards.

These easy to follow food safety guidelines are a must for all. Safe and fresh cabbage means no place for microbes or food poisoning and a guarantee of good health.

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