Important to know
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Even if the food smells fine and looks okay otherwise, larvae mean contamination
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Cooking yesterday does NOT guarantee safety if:
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It was loosely covered
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Flies had access at any point
What you should do NOW
Do not eat it
Throw the food away immediately
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap
Clean the plate and area with hot water + detergent
Health note
Eating food contaminated with larvae or fly eggs can cause:
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Food poisoning
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Stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea
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In rare cases, infection
If you already swallowed some and feel unwell later, see a doctor.