Essentially, this is what you should do if you accidentally eat moldy bread:eat the bread.feel ashamed and grossed out that you ate moldy bread.scrunch up your face in disgust.throw. This morning, i woke up, cut one up and noticed a piece of banana inside had mold on it : ( I just made them Thursday afternoon too, and they were sealed up in a tight ziplock bag. but I was tired and didn't want to puke, so I ate it. A number of fungi or bacterium can grow on bread the most common examples are alimentary toxic aleukia, gangrenous ergotisms, people do alot worse when pregnant & it was only a tiny bit. Group Black's collective includes Essence, The Shade Room and Naturally Curly. So, Im aware that Im probably about to sound like an idiot, but in my defense it is 2:30 AM and I was half asleep when this happened. The #1 app for tracking pregnancy and baby growth. Do I need to see a doctor immediately? during my 1st pregnancy i threw up day and night for 6mo. Happy baking, I accidentally ate moldy bread at the beginning of my pregnancy also. Michelle. a. This educational content is not medical or diagnostic advice. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. These wheels of future fromage are then transported to level 2 where the whey is removed and the mold finishes the job, turning into a very slight blueish. I LOOKED AT THE BREAD AGAIN AND SMELLED IT AND IT DID NOT SMELL ANY DIFFERENT THEN WHEN I PURCHASED IT. Remember - mould is a fungus, like mushrooms, Listeria is a bacteria. The mouldy bread wouldnt harm you so dont worry about baby. I am 11 weeks pregnant for the very first time in my life with my very first child! A Group Leader is a What to Expect community member who has been selected by our staff to help maintain a positive, supportive tone within a group. I seriously wouldnt worry if I was you. Sorry to hear about that and I hope youre feeling better. Welcome to BakingHow.com. OP's posts: WebAnswer (1 of 23): Too late my friend. Otherwise those of us with penicillin allergies would be up a creek. Pregnant and accidentally ate moldy strawberries! Im so sorry to hear about that, and I hope you didnt end up getting sick! So, dont think that just because you toast your moldy bread, its good to go. Gross. If you accidentally eat a bite or two of moldy bread, dont panic. Pregnant and accidentally ate moldy strawberries! However, you dont have to make yourself throw up after eating moldy bread. There is such a small chance of this occurring. Thanks to michelle for writing this article and making people from all around the world informed about a potential situation that awaits them in life. It was probably because of the fact that I threw the breads in the dustbin thats in the dining table, their smells mustve made me think the food tastes bad. Neither of these illnesses is caused by mold. Thank you for your information about moldy bread. Pregnant and accidentally ate moldy strawberries! Totally different things. I would never ever buy anything visibly mouldy and I would expect the shop to chuck it, if I found something mouldy (unless it's supposed to be mouldy of course). Allergic reactions can be delayed or they can be right away, Dr. Craggs-Dino (Cleveland Clinic) says. If you visibly find mold in your food, discard it immediately since youre not sure the kind of mold it is. Experts explain what happens if you eat mold, and how to handle moldy foods. Your email address will not be published. Joseline hernandez recently, Flashing Smiley Face On Ovulation Test Pregnant . When you eat a bite of toxic mold, though, effects can vary. Thanks for all the lovely advice. Your fine. From what I understand, if god forbid I got listeria from it (I feel fine), it affects the placenta and thats how it can cause risk to the fetus. You and LO are fine (: So you ate a bun that you didn't see any mold on and you're freaking out because the other buns were moldy? Happy baking, This morning, i woke up, cut one up and noticed a piece of banana inside had mold on it :( I just made them Thursday afternoon too, and they were sealed up in a tight ziplock bag. If your food is moldy, discard it within a plastic bag directly into your trash can. Now whenever i see a bag of baby carrots im probably going to say that to myself! Pregnant and accidentally ate moldy strawberries! If youre questioning whether or not a food is still good, it probably is not. Certain molds, though usually not the ones caused by a temporarily damp attic, can even bring on serious and chronic respiratory diseases. Women are advised to avoid certain foods in pregnancy due to things like Listeria and Salmonella. I took my temp n it read 101.0..im asthamic n have allergis whay should i do? Michelle, Apple cider vinegar has many health benefits, but Im not sure if it would help in this situation. It is possible to cause nausea, vomiting, and other problems with moldy bread. I bought a loaf of gluten free raisin bread. I hope I dont get sick but Ill keep yall posted. Bread mold has penicillin in it! I happily trotted back to our room and began to devour them. COULD BE FROM THE NERVES OF FINDING OUT WHAT AN IDIOTIC THING I HAD JUST DONE. The mold was also likely surface mold or the whole berry would have squished in your hand because the mold causes it to rot. When I was pregnant I ate a pb and j sandwich with mold on it. It tasted VERY ripe but not to the point of being rancid and rotten. MIchelle. It spreads throughout you body and attaches itself to literally every cell. Also, never assume that moldy food is safe after youve scraped the visible mold away. I'd imagine eating a little bit won't hurt you or baby. You'll be fine. Also, never assume that moldy food is safe after youve scraped the visible mold away. The moody carrots had me cracking up too!! Not so fast! I threw the rest of the loaf away and took out my trash and after I get done typing this comment Im gonna brush my teeth and gargle Listerine mouth wash. I hope your husband is doing okay! So, I have even thought about simply cutting out the moldy area and salvaging the rest of the bread. I also took a multivitamin pill, that was probably also wrong. Michelle. This Is What Happens If You Accidentally Eat Mold Denise Mann, MS Miranda Manier Updated: Oct. 13, 2022 Medically reviewed by Elisabetta Politi, CDE, MPH, RD It's tempting to cut away mold and eat the rest of your food. You're fine. [Deleted User] Posts: 4,462 Forum Member 25/11/08 - 10:14 #1 I'm such a spam. the most helpful and trustworthy pregnancy and parenting information. By heating the bread, you create an environment that allows the mold spores to spread more rapidly. It is possible to cause nausea, vomiting, and other problems with moldy bread. Once attached it begins to transform the cell into dough. Here it is: www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/food-safety-education/get-answers/food-safety-fact-sheets/safe-food-handling/molds-on-food-are-they-dangerous_/ct_index. As you all know, being pregnant makes you crave strange things at odd times. I did this in my first pregnancy at about 11 weeks happy to report that ds is absolutely fine and it had no effect at all. Michelle. It depends on the type of bread you eat. Will I be ok?! I freaked out too. You should be okay, but if symptoms persist or worsen you should definitely call a doctor as treatment may be necessary. I ate moody baby carrots. Yes, moldy bread probably wont kill you, but that doesnt mean you should try eating it willy nilly. I felt sick at the though and panicky so hubby suggested I try to throw it up - which I did. No, you will be fine. The good news is, eating a little bit of moldy bread likely isnt going to harm you you will likely just feel a little nauseous. What should I do? Accidentally eating mold can cause mold poisoning, which can have a range of symptoms from mild to severe depending on the type of mold ingested. The 30th and last one I ate, I looked at and it was moody. They may require doctor treatment, but it is only temporary, and you should heal up just fine. What color was the mold? Read more about me, why I created this site, and what youll learn here. Learn more about, Twins & Multiples: Your Tentative Time Table. i had opened it (what i thought was like 2 days before but i guess it was old, really old.) And, since bread is so soft, fluffy, and easily penetrable, mold spores can spread quickly. After all, its pretty repulsive. It would be medically irresponsible to intentionally expose pregnant women to mold, then stand back and see what happens. at the time I had a cold so couldn't smell or taste much. I'm betting you'll be fine, though. Pregnant and accidentally ate moldy strawberries! I did take a bite of bread 45 years ago it did not look moldy but it tasted moldy once it was in my mouth. 12 weeks pregnant. So, Im aware that Im probably about to sound like an idiot, but in my defense it is 2:30 AM and I was half asleep when this happened. I didnt know is mold and I boiled a pot of soup and drank it. I was just eating zucchini bread and as I was eating I noticed a tiny spur of mold, and instantly freaked out. Last night i was eating a cheese string, and it was tasting fine, then a bit tasted weird so i looked down and in the middle was some green mold. All that happened was I felt nauseous (not from the mold, but from knowing I ate mold). Will this harm the fetus? Happy baking, Now I know just to throw it away. Find advice, support and good company (and some stuff just for fun). Happy baking, Still feel little panicky but not as bad.. Maybe I should have paid more attention in Biology. On the off chance you do have worsening symptoms that just wont quit; you should see a doctor right away. This bad mold grows on a wide variety of foods, including fruits and vegetables; bread; lunch meat; jams and jellies; sauces and condiments; and dairy products such as yogurt and cheese. Also, never assume that moldy food is safe after youve scraped the visible mold away. Will this affect the baby, or just make me ill. I just need to stay away from Dr Google! , Hi Barbara, stay hydrated if you vomit. Eating moldy bread can cause certain problems. In my case it wasnt expired, but molded ;-; I gave my niece a piece of pizza bun,, she. You should not worry, the asthma is related to inhaling it not eating, eat will cause you to feel sick, vomit, tummy hurt and diarrhea. I hate wasting food. Don't worry, you'll be fine! Symptoms can range from loss of appetite and loss of energy to a serious illness. Pregnant and accidentally ate moldy strawberries! I hope brushing my teeth teeth and the fact that I tried not to swallow even the saliva helps. tks, Hi, Felix! Mycotoxins can lead to nausea, cramping, and vomiting, Chapman points out. I RINSED MY MOUTH OUT AND GARGLED WITH PURE PEROXIDE AND WATER AND THEN BRUSHED MY TEETH AND HANDS. Share your stories with us in the comment section! So, Im aware that Im probably about to sound like an idiot, but in my defense it is 2:30 AM and I was half asleep when this happened. I accidentally ate a piece the other morning. Suitable for pregnant women, Pregnant State Incidental Definition . Doctor said it would not hurt you or baby at all. Oh Dear. Its true even though you may not be able to see the mold yet. Should I go to the hospital? OP's posts: