It's a common scene: You're heading for the toaster with your last slice of bread when you notice the telltale furry green spots of mold. While you may be tempted to scrape the splotch off and eat ...

While mold in the form of blue cheese is safe for consumption, you should assume that any mold on bread is harmful and avoid eating it. Moldy bread can make you sick or lead to breathing problems if ...

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