Consumer Health: How long are leftovers safe to eat?

Food poisoning, also called foodborne illness, is caused by harmful organisms, such as bacteria, viruses and parasites, in contaminated food. Symptoms of food poisoning, which can start within hours of eating contaminated food, often include nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Fortunately, most cases of food poisoning can be prevented with proper food preparation and cooking, and [...]
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