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Can you get poisoned from eating out of a can?

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Created: 2022-06-17 19:12:26

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Canned goods, especially home-canned produce, can harbor a bacterium that needs no oxygen to multiply and is not destroyed by cooking. This bacterium causes botulism, a rare but potentially fatal food poisoning.


What happens if you eat food out of a can?

You may be taking in bacteria. The bacteria is most commonly formed when foods are improperly canned at home. "Consuming contaminated food can cause botulism, a serious illness that can lead to paralysis and death if left untreated," says Shannon Henry, a registered dietitian at EZCare Clinic.

Can you eat anything out of a can?

Yes, all canned food is cooked. All canned food in the US is required by the FDA to be cooked. The only thing that is not cooked are things that are “pickled”. So whether you have Hormel chili, Progresso soup, green beans, or canned meat it all is required to be cooked first.

How quickly does food poisoning kick in?

Symptoms begin 6 to 24 hours after exposure: Diarrhea, stomach cramps. Usually begins suddenly and lasts for less than 24 hours. Vomiting and fever are not common.

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