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How do I know if a banana is bad?

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To tell if a banana has gone bad, look for mold growing on the skin. Also, if there is liquid underneath the bananas, it's a sure sign that they have gone bad. The best way to see if a banana has gone bad is to unpeel it. If the flesh is a brown color and is very mushy, it has gone bad and should not be used.


What happens if you eat a bad banana?

Believe it or not, overripe bananas are perfectly safe to eat. They actually boast higher vitamin C and antioxidant levels, according to a 2014 study published in the ​International Food Research Journal​ (Volume 21). Their peel may change its color or develop brown spots, but the flesh is still edible.

When should you not eat a banana?

Bananas that have a musty smell, fruit flies, mold on the stems or signs of rot and decay are no longer safe to eat. Few things are more delicious than an overripe banana bursting with flavor. It's naturally sweet and makes a healthy snack when sugar cravings hit.

Can bananas go bad and make you sick?

"Bananas that have a musty smell, fruit flies, mold on the stems, or signs of rot and decay are no longer safe to eat," certified nutritionist Andrea Picincu wrote in an article for Livestrong. "An overripe banana that looks and smells fine, on the other hand, doesn't pose any health risks."

How can you tell if an overripe banana is bad?

If there are a few brown spots, you can simply cut them off. But if there is an extensive amount of brown or black spots inside the peel or if you see mold, throw it away. #SpoonTip: If you don't want to use your bananas right away, cut them up and store them in the freezer.

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