The widespread habit of preserving food has led many to store leftovers in containers and consume them later. However, behind this daily act, there is a danger that often goes unnoticed and can have quite unpleasant consequences.
TikToker Miguel ASSAL has shed light on this specific rice problem. Surprisingly, the danger lies not in the act of reheating it, but in how it is preserved after cooking. In fact, the risk lies above all in keeping it at room temperature. Although at first glance the rice seems harmless and does not taste different when reheated, it is in these seemingly banal conditions that "symptoms will soon show their face."
The main reason for this alert is the proliferation of a gram-positive bacteria called Bacillus Cereus. This bacteria finds in rice preserved at room temperature for more than an hour the appropriate environment for its growth and multiplication. Therefore, it is crucial to understand that even if the consumer does not perceive obvious differences in taste or appearance, a dangerous process has been triggered inside the rice.
The risks of eating rice contaminated with this bacteria vary in severity, starting with gastrointestinal disorders and reaching critical health situations. In very extreme cases it could be fatal.
In this context, the tiktoker highlights a recommendation that, although it may seem trivial, can make a vital difference: rice should not be left at room temperature for more than an hour. It is essential to be aware that this simple act of carelessness can translate into a medical emergency. Therefore, the step to take after cooking the rice is simple, but decisive: immediately store the leftovers in the refrigerator.
