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Can you get botulism from bad bell pepper stored in fridge? i had 4, 1 looked bad, but others ok. i tasted 1 and it tasted bad. should i be worried?
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Botulism unlikely: Botulinum spores germinate best in low oxygen environments at 25-37 degrees Celsius (77-99 degrees F) Having said that, other bacteria may have contaminated the peppers and could cause GI illness. Best to avoid food that looks or tastes bad. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!
Answered 9/28/2015
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