Can cornstarch get moldy and if you eat it will you get sick?

Answer 1

Theoretically you could eat enough to rupture your stomach, which if untreated could result in death. So, technically, yes, though eating the same amount of pretty much anything else would also kill you.

Answer 2

Eating or craving any peculiar or unusual substance such as cornstarch, laundry starch, chalk, or even chewing ice can be a warning sign of an iron and or zinc deficiency and needs to be checked by your Dr. Also, you need to have your Dr. test for anemia which is also indicated by the cravings. If you have anemia you need to be treated for that condition, but don't let it end there. Ask your Dr. to explore the cause of the the deficiencies and anemia because a link has been found between them and colon cancer. Now that doesn't mean that everyone who has ever experienced a craving has colon cancer, but if you have strong urges and are deficient in the minerals and anemic, you should have your Dr. investigate the root causes of the medical issue. This can be very serious and you need to be open and honest with your Dr. regarding your cravings and eating habits.

Answer 3

Only if the packet is not sealed in an airtight way.

Obviously, even an airtight seal will be broken when you open the package to use the corn starch. Even then if you keep it dry and in a cool place, it will last for many months - even a year. It doesn't go bad even then. It will become clumpy and difficult to use but not spoiled.

Answer 4

Some molds can make you ill. Discard the moldy cornstarch.

Answer 5

It is very possible that you may get sick from eating moldy corn on the cob. You should not eat anything that has mold on it.

Answer 6

Yes! I didn’t know this until after eating a fresh corn on the cob several days past it’s shelf live - stored in a fridge. A common mould called aflatoxin grows on sweetcorn. The sweetcorn I ate had a couple of tiny darks spots which I prised out. I then steamed the cob and ate only half the cob. I felt ill that night with discomfort In my stomach which got worse day after. Now on day 5, my stomach is still delicate and bloated. Garlic and onions does seem to help as they’re both know antifungals.

So only eat very fresh sweetcorn that’s been stored correctly or from a good quality frozen brand from a reputable supermarket.

Aflatoxin is real and not tone ignored.