Don't worry about this. Sorry to hear you ate mold. Give your bread a good lookover before consuming. I hope your husband is doing okay! I quickly looked on the Internet to find out what would happen. Mold present in food can secrete toxins that cause gastrointestinal symptoms in humans, but these will not cause an infection in the same way than bacteria or other micro-organisms. Try not to though, you'll be fine. Home Bread What to do When Accidentally Ate Moldy Bread. I would freak out too, so don't feel bad! Happy baking, Hi I did something similar and ate a hamburger bun but dont know if it had mold on it but some of the other ones had mold on them. I did something similar with a tortilla one time, so youre definitely not alone. Not so fast! Your post will be hidden and deleted by moderators. Help! 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). Pregnant and accidentally ate moldy strawberries! Pregnant. I accidentally ate a piece the other morning. I really hope we can build a world where everyone can be happy in a way thats optimized. 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. If you visibly find mold in your food, discard it immediately since youre not sure the kind of mold it is. Accidentally Ate Mold While Pregnant There Are Some Suggestions That Being Exposed To Mold Can Increase The Risk Of Childhood Asthma.. Toxins, if present in Other Symptoms When Pregnant Can Include:. I wasnt even a little bit nauseous. Should I go to the doctor? You're fine. Ate a piece of bread and thought, "this healthy bread tastes like crap w/o butter or something on it." My daughter survived food poisoning from grocery store sushi when I was pregnant. Simply throw the entire loaf away and relax. Not quite true, penicillin can be made from certain types of bread, but it's a process, it's not like insant penicillin. 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? How is your niece? The MOLD is in you and theres no getting it out. IT TASTED KIND OF STRONG BUT I DID NOT SEE ANY MOLD ON IT. The toxins ( if the said mould contains them) could possibly harm the foetus but that's if you ate it on regular basis. I'm just so worried now that it will harm my baby. I ate moldy yogurt in my first pregnancy also freaked out and called the doctor. Even if you get diarrhea it's not likely to affect the baby. Toxins, if present in the mold, could be harmful to a developing foetus, but only if consumed on a regular basis. Your email address will not be published. Bread mold has penicillin in it! This would mean that your remark that toasting helps incubate mold might be in error, if you mean that we are using the two-slice old-fashioned toaster. Thats why I recommend trying to take your mind off of it ASAP. What color was the mold? I've been such a panicker since I got pregnant. The doctor may prescribe an anti-nausea medicine. Thanks in advance. Privacy Policy. Yes, and they also increase your chances of getting pregnant in the first place:), Awwww, thanks for all your replies guys and gals - I'm a total muppet at times. But everything was fine so I wouldnt worry to much anout it. generally speaking you want to avoid soft cheese period unless it has been cooked - but the risk associated is so rare, I honestly wouldnt worry at all. Preventing mold on your babys food is as simple as keeping it sealed properly and always throwing expired food away. A mold is microscopic fungus, says Dr. Craggs-Dino. Michelle. Will this harm the fetus? I have just realsied I have eaten almost a whole slice of very mouldy bread - will this do me any harm and more importantly the baby I am about 25 weeks at the moment - I feel really sick but can't tell if I am just imagining if you know what I mean. My name is Michelle, and if you didnt know already, Im a lover of bread. I have to somewhat disagree with you. It may come as a surprise, but that mold growing on your bread (and other products, for that matter) can be penicillin. Happy baking, I bought bread from the grocery store, there was already mold on it when I got it but I didn't notice until I had already bit into the moldy part. In my case it wasnt expired, but molded ;-; I gave my niece a piece of pizza bun,, she. Hi Mercy, Once attached it begins to transform the cell into dough. My doctor wasn't worried at all and stated mold wouldn't pass through to the baby. If symptoms continue or worsen, always seek out medical care. the most helpful and trustworthy pregnancy and parenting information. Michelle, Apple cider vinegar has many health benefits, but Im not sure if it would help in this situation. I just need to stay away from Dr Google! Should i call my doctor? [Deleted User] Posts: 4,462 Forum Member 25/11/08 - 10:14 #1 I'm such a spam. Thats why I love humankind as a species, I really love human beings. Nothing a doctor can do. It is very, very unlikely that you will get sick from eating mold. Pregnant and accidentally ate moldy strawberries! Michelle. a. I will keep you posted. Experts explain what happens if you eat mold, and how to handle moldy foods. It's only natural to worry about every single thing when you're pregnant. Note that once you confirm, this action cannot be undone. When you eat a bite of toxic mold, though, effects can vary. COULD BE FROM THE NERVES OF FINDING OUT WHAT AN IDIOTIC THING I HAD JUST DONE. DIGITAL SPY, PART OF THE HEARST UK ENTERTAINMENT NETWORK. It spreads throughout you body and attaches itself to literally every cell. It is unlikely that your baby will become sick after accidentally eating moldy bread; however, it can happen. ). So, dont think that just because you toast your moldy bread, its good to go. I have just realsied I have eaten almost a whole slice of very mouldy bread - will this do me any harm and more importantly the baby I am about 25 weeks at the moment - I feel really sick but can't tell if I am just imagining if you know what I mean. Do I need to see a doctor immediately? 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. In conclusion, I wouldnt worry at all if I were you. WebHowever, in certain cases, the mold found on spoiled food could be dangerous, so if you suddenly develop symptoms such as shortness of breath, nausea, an elevated temperature, or diarrhea, you should immediately seek medical help. Mouldy bread is pretty much penicillin (or so my mum always says!) k. krisleigh625. That must have been so scary for you! Accidentally ate moldy bread : ( l lovealways31 Posted 2/23/13 Last night, I walked to the kitchen to grab a banana muffin ( I cooked Thursday) in the dark. Yes, moldy bread probably wont kill you, but that doesnt mean you should try eating it willy nilly. According to https://www.miofl.us/the-colors-of-mold/, purple mold is oftentimes dangerous as its associated with toxic pink mold, which produces mycotoxins that are harmful to your health. Is it a mold that can cause toxins that can be very dangerous to you and your baby? There is such a small chance of this occurring. MIchelle, My Niece ate some bread Im assuming was moldy she has been throwing up should I call her doctor. Michelle. It's not ideal but if it was indeed a threat stores wouldn't be able to sell the food because it would be seriously contaminated by the mold. If anyone wanted to know about eating moldy bread while preg j jlbelle Posted 5/18/12 Don't worry, you'll be fine! :D, http://www.eatwell.gov.uk/agesandstages/pregnancy/whenyrpregnant/#cat226049. Oh, hey, last weekend I drank pop out of an bottle that had been opened and left in my car for 2+ weeks, and I turned out a-ok as well. Anyway thank you so much for writing this it really put my mid at ease. If youre ever concerned about your health, it is always suggested to contact your doctor, especially after an event such as eating moldy bagels. And lets be real are you really going to keep eating fuzzy bread? Its true even though you may not be able to see the mold yet. I FINALLY FOUND THIS SIGHT AND READ WHAT IT DOES. I had cut off mold from a roll or a bun thinking it was okay then, but when I made a sandwich with it it still tasted bad . My daughter found it after I had sprinkled and consumed it. Yes, it was disturbing and gross. 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 the whole loaf away; Try and think about something else; Watch for signs that extend beyond nausea; Be a bit more cautious of mold next time The MOLD is in you and theres no getting it out. Edit: forgot the link! Will I be ok?! I didnt realize until after I ate the 3rd slice. Really, the only possible way this could happen is if you ate a ton of moldy bread with Mycotoxins. Jul 31, 2019 at 7:35 AM. think twice before sharing personal details, foster a friendly and supportive environment, remove fake accounts, spam and misinformation, delete posts that violate our community guidelines, reviewed by our medical review board and team of experts. When I was pregnant with mty daughter, I had a trifle from the canteen. I have been a lover of sweets since day one. You'd have to breathe in the mold to cause respiratory problems, so you should be good on that front. If I hadnt noticed the mold with the last bite, I wouldnt have even known. Don't worry, you'll be fine! Lowers the risk of allergic reactions. This doesnt mean you are unkempt. Happy baking, EWWW. I LOOKED AT THE BREAD AGAIN AND SMELLED IT AND IT DID NOT SMELL ANY DIFFERENT THEN WHEN I PURCHASED IT. If i wake up in the middle of the night to pee and can't fall back asleep, I get this crazy hunger and if I don't put something in my stomach, I dry heave. Sorry, had to say it! I hate wasting food. So a one-off munching on a bit of mold will in worse case give you upset stomach etc. However, the dinner also tasted moldy and bad like the bread too so I couldnt finish it. so cheese having mold on it has nothing to do with there being listeria. In some cases, ingesting toxic mold can be fatal. Based on the available data, it is not known if exposure to mold could make it harder to become pregnant. BTW, a tour of the caves at Roquefort-sur-Soulzon (FR) will reveal that the Penicillium roqueforti is cultivated by men and women in white lab coats, placed in a special plastic breathable bag of fine baguettes, and dangled in the lowest cave level so the spores can infect the raw SHEEP milk (up to 3% fat!!!) On the off chance you do have worsening symptoms that just wont quit; you should see a doctor right away. Ugh! Start by selecting which of these best describes you! But then I also thought that perhaps it molded BEFORE I put it in my refrigerator and I didnt notice it. Is it a mold that can cause toxins that can be very dangerous to you and your baby? With that said, your stomach will hardly notice that youve eaten something gross such as mold, and it will be digested as usual. When I was pregnant with mty daughter, I had a trifle from the canteen. It is unlikely that your baby will become sick after accidentally eating moldy bread; however, it can happen. Group Leaders communicate with staff moderators and escalate potential violations for review, but they dont moderate discussions. Hoping for the best this time, too. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. I made myself BLTS and I didnt realize the bread had mold in it. If youd like to join in, please sign in or register. Michelle. WebIf you end up getting sick from eating bad bread, it will happen in a few hours. Here is a list of possible adverse effects to eating moldy bread and their symptoms: Allergic reaction Headache Facial swelling Rash Difficulty breathing Congestion Anaphylaxis Loss of consciousness Asthma attack Wheezing Chances are it's not going to mess with an unborn fetus. The mold was also likely surface mold or the whole berry would have squished in your hand because the mold causes it to rot. Makes me wonder how many other disgusting things Ive accidentally eaten over the years. they are better off in the fridge. I feel fine, my heart is racing a thousand beats per minute (not literally), but thats probably more mentally induced. Hope you feel better soon.. the panic will fade in a few days! Perhaps you have a nurse hotline you can call on your insurance? People who eat mold may experience vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. doesnt sound like you ate alot so try not to worry. Thank you for writing this article. I think you have to avoid nuts, don't you. 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. I'm betting you'll be fine, though. Pregnant and accidentally ate moldy strawberries! pls dont panic its probubly worse for the baby that ur stressing than the silly bit of fungus that u ate. Is eating a small amount of moldy fruit that toxic? Happy baking, Just ate mouldy bread by accident - so worried now :- ( wishing_on_a_star Posted 8/31/09 I was about halfway through eating a slice of bread this even when I noticed a little mould on the side. I ate almost a whole hotdog bun before I realized the bottom was covered in green. Neither of these illnesses is caused by mold. 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.