Easter leftovers risk infection

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Easter leftovers could put you in danger, experts warn

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Experts say aluminium foil can't create an airtight seal around your food.

This creates the perfect environment for dangerous pathogens to thrive.

Improperly stored food can become a breeding ground for bacteria like staphylococcus, which creates toxins that cause food poisoning.

Food needs to be stored at an appropriate temperature to ensure bacteria can't develop.

Additionally, the FSA says that trying to make your leftovers last all week could be just as dangerous. Putting food in the fridge only slows the growth of bacteria rather than stopping it entirely, so the government watchdog advises that leftovers must be eaten within 48 hours . You can store your food indefinitely in the freezer as long as it is -18C (-0.4F) or lower to completely stop the development of germs..

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