How dangerous is it to breathe in mold dust from food?

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I was helping a friend clean out cupboards and found a bag of very moldy apples, I tossed them but a puff of mold dust scattered, I'm kinda freaking out now about what harm that could cause me.

Rita · Answer

Yes, some molds cause allergic reactions and respiratory problems. And a few molds, in the right conditions, produce "mycotoxins," poisonous substances that can make you sick.

sunshine_mel · Answer

Little to no harm whatsoever. You'll be fine.

Anonymous · Answer

That kind of mold is harmless. There's really only one dangerous mold, and not all black molds are Black Mold.

The First Dragon · Answer

Unless you are allergic to it, it shouldn't be a problem.  
The dangerous mold is black mold in or on the walls.  Even then, many people don't react to it.

Petter · Answer

Chillax, you will be fine.

How dangerous is it to breathe in mold dust from food?

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