Most people think reheating leftovers is harmless — but when it comes to *cold rice*, there’s a hidden danger you NEED to know.

Rice can contain a bacterium called *Bacillus cereus*, which survives even after cooking. If cooked rice is left out at room temperature for too long, these bacteria can multiply rapidly and produce *toxins* that *aren’t destroyed by reheating*.

👉 The real danger isn’t the reheating itself — it’s *how the rice was stored* before. Leaving rice out for hours (especially in warm conditions) creates the perfect breeding ground for bacteria. Reheating only kills the live bacteria — *not the toxins* they left behind.

⚠️ What can happen?
– Vomiting
– Diarrhea
– Stomach cramps
– Food poisoning that kicks in just 1-5 hours after eating

✅ How to stay safe:
1. 🍚 *Cool rice quickly* after cooking (within 1 hour).
2. ❄️ Store it in the fridge (below 5°C).
3. 🔥 Reheat only once and make sure it’s steaming hot throughout.

Just because it *looks* fine doesn’t mean it’s safe. Take this seriously — *reheating cold rice incorrectly can make you very sick*.

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